Estimator

Drake International; Calgary; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health & Dental Coverage

RRSP Matching Program

Annual Bonus

Professional Development Support

Wellness Programs

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Drake International Inc. in Calgary seeks an experienced Estimator to support commercial and institutional projects from concept through tender. You will prepare detailed budgets, review plans, and coordinate with project teams to identify risks and cost-saving opportunities.

You will negotiate with subcontractors, support preconstruction efforts, and contribute to value engineering to improve project outcomes. This role offers growth and career advancement within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• 5+ years estimating experience with a General Contractor focused on commercial, institutional, healthcare, recreation, or mixed-use construction.
• Experience preparing complete building estimates and managing multiple tenders in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, labour productivity, material pricing, subcontractor procurement, and cost planning.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents with a high degree of accuracy.
• A collaborative and relationship-focused professional who thrives in team-oriented environments and enjoys working with diverse project stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and coordinate detailed cost estimates for commercial and institutional construction projects from conceptual design through tender submission.
• Review drawings, specifications, and project documentation to identify risks, opportunities, and cost-saving solutions.
• Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate subcontractor and supplier pricing to ensure competitive and accurate project budgets.
• Support collaborative preconstruction efforts by working closely with project managers, operations teams, consultants, and clients.
• Assist with value engineering, constructability reviews, procurement planning, and bid strategy development to improve project outcomes.

Skills

Estimating

Budgeting

Team collaboration

Reading drawings

Subcontractor negotiation

Job description

Job Title: Estimator (Commercial and Institutional Projects)

Salary: $100,000 - $120,000 (based on experience)

Perks & Benefits

• Comprehensive Health & Dental Coverage
• RRSP Matching Program
• Annual Bonus
• Professional Development Support
• Wellness Programs
• Career Growth Opportunities

Join a well-established General Contractor with a strong presence in the Alberta construction market and a growing pipeline of commercial and institutional projects.

As an Estimator, you will play a key role in the preconstruction process, working alongside experienced project teams to develop accurate budgets, support pursuit strategies, and contribute to successful project delivery.

This is an opportunity to work on diverse and meaningful projects while building your expertise within a collaborative, team-oriented environment that values innovation, professional development, and long-term career growth.

If you are looking to take the next step in your estimating career and be part of a company that invests in its people, we would love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Prepare and coordinate detailed cost estimates for commercial and institutional construction projects from conceptual design through tender submission.
• Review drawings, specifications, and project documentation to identify risks, opportunities, and cost-saving solutions.
• Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate subcontractor and supplier pricing to ensure competitive and accurate project budgets.
• Support collaborative preconstruction efforts by working closely with project managers, operations teams, consultants, and clients.
• Assist with value engineering, constructability reviews, procurement planning, and bid strategy development to improve project outcomes.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of estimating experience with a General Contractor focused on commercial, institutional, healthcare, recreation, or mixed-use construction.
• Experience preparing complete building estimates and managing multiple tenders in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, labour productivity, material pricing, subcontractor procurement, and cost planning.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents with a high degree of accuracy.
• A collaborative and relationship-focused professional who thrives in team-oriented environments and enjoys working with diverse project stakeholders.

Drake International Inc. welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.