Civil Estimator

EllisDon Corporation; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

EllisDon Corporation in Edmonton is seeking a Civil Estimator to join our team and lead estimating for infrastructure projects such as earthworks, underground, and roadworks. You will support bid processes from take-off to buy-out.

Applicants should have a construction-related degree/diploma and at least five years in civil estimating or field experience. Proficiency with AutoCAD and Bid2Win is a plus. The role requires teamwork, autonomy, and a commitment to EllisDon's values.

Qualifications

• You have a construction-related degree/diploma and a minimum of 5 years of civil estimating or field related experience.
• You have estimating experience with earthworks, underground and roadworks.
• Ability to use AutoCad is an asset.
• Strong understanding of unit rate bid process and software (ie. Bid2Win, or similar)
• You have a working knowledge of corporate objectives impacting estimating, estimating strategies and techniques, and construction contracts.
• Estimating experience in P3, Design Build, Design Build Facilities Management, Lump Sum, and Construction Management contracts is essential
• You have the ability to work effectively and accurately in time-sensitive situations within a team
• Be comfortable working autonomously, while providing updates when needed, and following EllisDon procedures at all times

Responsibilities

• Support bid processes for infrastructure projects (earthworks, underground, roadworks).
• Assemble accurate, timely estimates including lump sum, unit rate, and design-build pursuits.
• Handle multiple bids without compromising bid integrity under workload.
• Organise and bid-level sub-contractor quotes; assist with buy-out with Project Managers.
• Maintain project general accounts for various project types and complexities.
• Price projects using historical rates and productivity benchmarks.
• Monitor project performance for risks and potential challenges.
• Build relationships with sub-trades and suppliers for future opportunities.
• Distribute quotes and coordinate with management to manage bid risk.
• Maintain databases of labour rates, material pricing, and costs.

Skills

Estimating

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Construction-related degree/diploma

Tools

AutoCAD

Bid2Win

Job description

Connect with us LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter. Thinking about a change? We recognize that the construction industry is changing at a rapid pace and we continually strive to be at the forefront. Our core values empower people to deliver great careers to one another and develop creative solutions for complex problems on some of the most exciting projects. It doesn’t matter what your expertise and craft is – there are no boundaries. We are a group of professionals with a variety of expertise within pre‑construction, construction, and post‑construction. To learn more, check out our Cradle to Grave services and hear from our team directly about what a career at EllisDon could look like for you. As you can see, we are a diverse bunch. Above all, we are a group of individuals with unique experiences and at EllisDon, we choose to celebrate the strength in our differences, every day. EllisDon’s commitment to Inclusive Diversity is to work together to create an environment where every employee feels safe to be their true and authentic self. Ultimately, EllisDon’s purpose is to provide people with similar values the opportunity to achieve to their full potential; to deliver that opportunity for great careers to one another; and to contribute meaningfully to the community we share with others.

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You as a Civil Estimator will:

• Support a team through the completion of a bid process for infrastructure projects such as earthworks, underground and roadworks
• Assemble accurate, timely, and well‑organized estimates, including lump sum, unit rate, construction management, and design‑build pursuits
• Work on multiple bids simultaneously, when required, and not sacrifice the integrity of the bid due to workload
• Organise and “bid level” sub‑contractor quotes when the bid is successful, re‑writing binders and assisting Project Managers in the buy‑out process
• Be responsible for completing project‑specific general accounts for various project types and complexities
• Be responsible for pricing out various projects based on previous historical rates and productivity
• Monitor the success of a project, noting potential challenges and risks
• Focus on building relationships with sub‑trades and suppliers for future opportunities
• Distribute sub‑trade quotes to personnel, flagging areas of concern, and coordinating with management to accommodate risk within the bid price
• Maintain databases, including labour rates, material pricing, and project costs, for future reference

Is this the right role for you?

You have a construction‑related degree/diploma and a minimum of 5 years of civil estimating or field related experience

• You have estimating experience with earthworks, underground and roadworks
• Ability to use AutoCad is an asset
• Strong understanding of unit rate bid process and software (ie. Bid2Win, or similar)
• You have a working knowledge of corporate objectives impacting estimating, estimating strategies and techniques, and construction contracts
• Estimating experience in P3, Design Build, Design Build Facilities Management, Lump Sum, and Construction Management contracts is essential
• You have the ability to work effectively and accurately in time‑sensitive situations within a team
• Be comfortable working autonomously, while providing updates when needed, and following EllisDon procedures at all times

EllisDon is proud to provide this unique career opportunity that provides continuous learning, opportunity for growth, and a competitive compensation package within an environment that is committed to inclusion and respects diversity.

Go ahead and be yourself. We'll pay you for it!

We are an equal opportunity employer.

We welcome people of any age, culture, subculture, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, race, size, mental or physical status, veteran status, religion, language, political opinion, working‑style preference, family status, education, and socio‑economic status.

The EllisDon core values of Integrity and Mutual Respect welcomes everyone, at work and in the community, and our value of Mutual Accountability, means that we all have a role to play.

Accommodation for Applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.

We are committed to providing a positive candidate experience and ensuring timely updates are provided to all candidates.

EllisDon uses AI tools to assist in screening and assessing applicants for this position.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. From our employees to clients, subcontractors, partners, and our considerable network of contacts, building strong, resilient relationships is the key to our success.

We build on great relationships. We pride ourselves on being great people to work with.

Guided by our shared values of trust, complete openness, and mutual respect and accountability, we’ve built a construction services company known for our people and integrity.

We exist to provide great careers to one another.

With us you can expect to continually evolve your career, benefitting from mentorship at every level and working collaboratively with other teams to expand your knowledge and experience.

Values‑based leadership.

EllisDon’s culture and approach to business is a reflection of our core values and principles: freedom, trust, complete openness, mutual accountability, entrepreneurial enthusiasm, integrity and mutual respect.