electrical estimator - construction

Job Bank; Calgary; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

S&P Electrical Ltd. in Calgary, Alberta is seeking a cost estimator to prepare labour and material cost estimates and bid documents. The role requires reading blueprints, preparing pre-qualification submissions, and collaborating with engineers and contractors on cost changes.

The position entails estimating general expenses, monitoring project cash flow, and supporting tender submissions. 1–2 years' experience in construction estimation is preferred; college/CEGEP is required.

Qualifications

• Education: College/CEGEP is required.
• Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years in estimation or related field.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates of labour and/or material costs.
• Prepare pre-qualification submissions to present clients.
• Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements.
• Prepare estimates for general expenses and overheads.
• Project cash flow and financing requirements.
• Create and submit estimate reports, quote sheets and bids forms.
• Utilize quantity take-off procedures.
• Analyze tenders and recommend awards.
• Set up cost monitoring and reporting systems.
• Monitor and adjust contract expenditures.
• Prepare and maintain directory of supplies and trade contractors.
• Liaise with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates.

Education

College/CEGEP

Job description

Posted onOctober 07, 2026 by a licensed third-party for Employer details S&P Electrical Ltd.

You have successfully applied for this job through Job Bank!

Job details

• Salary 40.90 hourly / 30 to 40 hours per week
• Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time
• Starts as soon as possible
• Source Job Bank #3691508

Education

• College/CEGEP

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Tasks

• Prepare estimates of labour and/or material costs
• Prepare pre-qualification submissions to present clients
• Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements
• Prepare estimates for general expenses and overheads
• Project cash flow and financing requirements
• Create and submit estimate reports, quote sheets and bids forms
• Utilize quantity take-off procedures
• Analyze tenders and recommend awards
• Set up cost monitoring and reporting systems
• Monitor and adjust contract expenditures
• Prepare and maintain directory of supplies and trade contractors
• Liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates

Type of experience

• Electricity - construction
• Commercial and/or industrial construction
• Residential construction
• Contractors

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Proactive

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

• a permanent resident of Canada
• a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised until

2026-10-28