Engineering - Electrical III

avmax canada; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Generous paid time off

RRSP-DPSP employer matching

Comprehensive benefits package

Training and career advancement

Employee Assistance Program

Referral bonus program

Job summary

Rising Edge Group is seeking a Lead Estimator to drive complete engineering proposals for high-voltage, renewables, and utility projects. Reporting to the Director of Engineering, you will develop detailed cost estimates and prepare supporting documentation, ensuring compliant and competitive submissions.

You will collaborate with preconstruction, procurement, and project controls teams, coordinate site visits, and guide the transition from estimate to execution through structured hand-offs and

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of electrical estimating experience.
• Experience with renewable, distribution, and substation projects an asset.
• Proficient in interpreting drawings, specs, and construction documents.
• Experience with Hard Dollar or equivalent estimating software.
• Proficient with Bluebeam, MS Project/Primavera, and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate RFPs to understand scope, schedule, and commercial requirements.
• Prepare detailed EPC cost estimates for transmission, distribution, substation, generation, and industrial projects.
• Develop complete proposal submissions aligned with client requirements and internal standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop scope, pricing, and execution plans.
• Coordinate site visits to gather field data and assess constructability.
• Lead internal estimate reviews and hand-offs to Project Management.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Reading drawings

Project coordination

Communication skills

Education

Electrical Engineering or Construction Management degree

Journeyperson Electrician certification

Tools

Hard Dollar

Bluebeam

Microsoft Project

Primavera

SharePoint

Job description

Rising Edge Group is an electrical contracting company founded in 2002, specialization in high-voltage electrical solutions that power critical infrastructure across North America. With operations in both Canada and the United States, we partner with clients across the electrical utilities, renewable energy, and industrial sectors to design, build, and maintain the critical infrastructure systems communities and industries rely on.

What You'll Do

Reporting to the Director of Engineering, the Lead Estimator plays a key role in the preparation of complete Engineering proposals for high-voltage electrical, renewables, and utility projects. This position is responsible for evaluating RFP packages to determine scope, constructability, and proposal requirements, ensuring a compliant and competitive submission. Working closely with preconstruction team members—including estimating, engineering, procurement, and project controls, the Lead Estimator leads the development of detailed cost estimates and supporting documentation. The role is critical in identifying value engineering opportunities and supporting the transition from estimate to execution through structured hand-offs and project lifecycle collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate RFP packages to understand scope, schedule, deliverables, and commercial requirements for assigned estimates.
• Prepare detailed EPC cost estimates for transmission, distribution, substation, generation, and industrial electrical projects.
• Support the development of complete proposal submissions, ensuring compliance with client requirements and internal standards.
• Collaborate with preconstruction team members and cross-functional stakeholders to develop scope, pricing, execution plans, and schedules.
• Coordinate and attend site visits to gather field-level data and assess constructability.
• Prepare or assist in the preparation of supporting proposal documents, including:
• Project Execution Plan
• Project Schedule (MS Project or Primavera)
• Environmental, Safety, Quality, and ITP Plans
• Risk Register, Assumptions, and Clarifications
• Optional Pricing and Alternate Proposals
• Executive Summary
• Support the engagement of subcontractors and vendors to secure pricing and confirm scope alignment.
• Review client commercial terms and coordinate with internal stakeholders for risk assessment and compliance documentation.
• Maintain a record of all estimate basis throughout the development of a proposal.
• Facilitate internal estimate review meetings at various stages of the estimate.
• Conduct final bid submission reviews with the appropriate internal signing authorities.
• Conduct formal estimate hand-off meetings with the Project Management team after contract award.
• Assist with the preparation and submission of change orders and scope adjustments.
• Participate in project close-out and post-mortem reviews to support continuous improvement.
• Support the use of CRM systems to track proposal status, client interactions, and business development metrics.
• Submit accurate and timely administrative documentation, including daily timesheets.
• Support continuous improvement efforts within the estimating process and proposal quality.

Additional Information

As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening including professional reference checks and a criminal record check.

Requirements

What We're Looking For

• Post-secondary education in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is preferred, or certification as a Journeyperson Electrician or Power Systems Electrician considered a strong asset.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in electrical estimating, preferably within the electric utility or EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) sectors.
• Experience with renewable, distribution, and substation projects considered an asset.
• Proficient in interpreting engineering drawings, technical specifications, and construction documents.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and labor productivity.
• Experience using estimating software such as Hard Dollar (or equivalent).
• Experience with digital take-off tools such as Bluebeam.
• Ability to develop project schedules using Microsoft Project and/or Primavera.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Proficiency with document management software such as SharePoint.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across engineering, procurement, construction, and project management functions.
• Proven ability to coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Able to clearly articulate estimate assumptions, risk considerations, and commercial impacts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Self-driven, proactive, and capable of working independently while also functioning as part of a larger team.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation with weekly pay periods
• Generous paid time off
• RRSP-DPSP employer matching, increasing with years of service
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, and disability)
• Ongoing training, development, and career advancement opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (confidential counselling support)
• Employee Referral Bonus Program

Why Rising Edge Group?

Safety & Excellence:

Safety is at the heart of everything we do.

People-First Culture

You’re more than a job title.

Career Growth & Impact

Your role is a path to a long-term career.

Reward & Recognition

We believe skill, dedication, and excellence deserves recognition

At Rising Edge Group, you’re not just building projects, you’re building a meaningful career where your work helps power the future, one project at a time.