Estimator

Chandos; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Benefits program including health, RSP

RRSP matching

Educational assistance

Salary reviews

Leadership conferences

Job summary

Chandos in Canada seeks an experienced Estimator to lead collaborative delivery projects under the Integrative Project Delivery model. You will own full project estimates from concept to tender, ensuring cost certainty and value through teamwork with operations and procurement.

The role requires a track record of leading complete building estimates for ICI projects, strong Excel and estimating software skills, and the ability to present cost information clearly to influence decisions.

Qualifications

• Lead/own complete building estimates from concept through submission.
• Strong ability to present complex cost information and influence decisions.
• Post-secondary degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Determine bid strategies for Chandos to win projects.
• Coordinate full-cost estimates for all project phases, concept to tender.
• Lead estimating workshops to align costs with goals.
• Perform detailed take-offs for materials, labour, equipment, and subcontractors.
• Establish unit costs, labour rates, escalation and contingency.
• Solicit bids, negotiate with subs, and conduct value engineering.
• Provide constructability advice during pre-construction with ops.
• Track costs vs. estimates and report variances.
• Build strong relationships with subtrades, suppliers and clients.

Skills

Complete building estimates

Bid strategy

Cost presentation

Excel proficiency

Estimating software

Education

Construction Management / Engineering degree

Tools

Excel

Estimating software

Job description

Our vision is to emerge as Canada’s premier technical builder, distinguished by our relentless pursuit ofinnovation,collaboration, andsustainabilityin all that we do.

We are100 per cent employee-owned, and our success is driven by our employee owners. We prioritize people, purpose, and performance in all that we do. When the company thrives,you benefit directly. When everyone is invested - literally - it builds a community of accountability, pride and mutual support.

We look for team members who aregritty,accountable, anddriven -with amindset rooted in initiative and purpose, you think like anentrepreneurand build strong, trusting relationships through clear communication and thoughtful dialogue, even in challenging conversations.

Job Description

We are seeking an Estimatorwith a passion forcollaborative delivery modelsto join our team. You’ll be at the heart of collaborative, multi‑stakeholder projects, delivering cost certainty and value from project conception through to construction start on site.

You’ll join a company that’spioneering the collaborative superstar: Integrative Project Delivery (IPD) in Canada, with projects that truly move the needle on collaboration and innovation in construction.

• Effectively determine the bid strategies required for Chandos to be successful
• Prepare and coordinatefull‑cost estimates for full scope of work, for all project phases, concept to tender, with a focus on collaborative methodology
• Leadestimating workshops to align costs with project goals and foster transparent decision‑making
• Perform detailedmaterial, labour, equipment, and subcontractor take‑offs
• Establish and maintainunit costs, labour rates, escalation, and contingency allowances
• Solicit competitive bids, negotiate with subcontractors/suppliers, and conduct value‑engineering reviews
• Provideconstructability adviceduring pre‑construction, coordinating with operations teams on procurement, schedule, and logistics
• Track estimated vs. actual costs, report variances, and support lessons learned for continuous improvement
• Build and maintain exceptionally strong relationships with subtrades, consultants, suppliers, and all of our valued clients

Qualifications

This role is best suited to an estimator who has independently prepared and managed complete building estimates, with responsibility for all major construction scopes from foundations through building turnover.

Candidates must have been the lead or sole estimator responsible for full project estimates from concept through submission, with accountability for all scopes, trade pricing, bid strategy, risk review, and final submission. Experience focused primarily on a single trade, discipline, quantity takeoffs, or estimating support functions is not sufficient.

• Minimum 5+ years of estimating experience with a commercial general contractor (not a self-performing contractor or developer).
• Proven experience leading complete building estimates from concept through submission for ICI projects.
• Strong understanding of all major building systems and construction scopes, including site works, structural, architectural, mechanical, and electrical.
• Able to clearly present complex cost information and influence project and business decisions.
• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and process discipline with advanced proficiency in Excel and estimating software.
• Able to thrive under tight deadlines while managing multiple pursuits simultaneously.
• Proficient in interpreting drawings, specifications, construction methodologies, and cost models.
• Collaborative approach with the ability to build consensus among diverse project stakeholders.
• Confident communicator who can present and defend estimates, assumptions, and recommendations.
• Strong understanding of market conditions, subcontractor markets, procurement strategies, and construction cost drivers.

Additional Information

Chandos is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture and this includes our recruitment and hiring process.

We recognize that our differences are our greatest strengths. We uncover talent. We nurture talent. And then we give people the tools they need to use their talent to create a positive impact.

• We are 100% employee owned. Every person who works for Chandos can become an owner. There is onlyone classof units at Chandos, because we believe everyone should betreated equal. We talk about being anentrepreneurial-mindedorganization and you can be sure we mean it!
• Competitive wages
• Well roundedemployer paid benefits programincluding health, dental, vision care and employee assistance program
• RRSP matching programto aid and prepare employees for long-term financial security
• Educational assistancefor employees who wish to pursue job-performance enhancing education
• Recognition and annual salary reviews program
• Leadership conferencesthat allow employees to connect and collaborate

Vacancy Status

We are actively recruiting for this position.

AI Disclosure Statement: Chandos is committed to transparent recruitment. Our internal team does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants, although we do use AI tools for administrative interview transcription and AI tools may be integrated or embedded in third-party platforms and software. Some of Chandos' external staffing partners may use AI to screen, assess, or select candidates during their initial workflows. All final hiring decisions at Chandos are made personally by our hiring team.

Compensation Transparency

This position also includes a competitive bonus program. Throughout the interview process, we’ll discuss your background to determine the best alignment for your experience level.

The base salary range for this role is listed above and may vary based on your experience.