Fabrication Estimator - Launch Your Industrial Career

Bird Construction; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Bird Construction is seeking a Junior Estimator (Fabrication) to support the estimating and project teams in Edmonton/Nisku area. You will prepare quantity take-offs, review drawings, gather supplier pricing, and help craft competitive project estimates and proposals.

You will gain exposure to fabrication, structural steel, process piping, and modular construction while collaborating with Estimators, Project Managers, Procurement, Engineering, and Production teams to ensure accurate costs and

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Engineering, Construction Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in estimating, fabrication, or project coordination.
• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Experience with estimating software (Tekla PowerFab, Bluebeam, ERP systems) is an asset.
• Understanding of structural steel, process piping, modular fabrication, or industrial construction is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing cost estimates for fabrication and construction projects.
• Perform quantity take-offs from drawings, specifications, and bid documents.
• Review project documentation to identify scope requirements and potential risks.
• Support the development of labor, material, equipment, and subcontract cost estimates.
• Assist in evaluating bid opportunities and tender requirements.
• Solicit pricing from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Analyze vendor quotations and compare pricing options.
• Maintain supplier and subcontractor databases.
• Assist with budgetary pricing and preliminary estimates.
• Support the preparation of bid submissions and proposal packages.
• Compile schedules, qualifications, exclusions, and supporting documentation.
• Ensure estimates and proposals are submitted accurately and on time.
• Assist with post-bid reviews and clarifications.
• Participate in estimate review and turnover meetings.
• Organize estimate files and supporting documentation for project teams.
• Assist in transferring estimate assumptions and project requirements to operations.
• Maintain estimating databases and historical cost information.
• Track project bid results and estimate performance.
• Assist with developing estimating tools and templates.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the estimating department.
• Monitor market trends for labor, materials, and fabrication costs.
• Research suppliers, subcontractors, and emerging industry practices.
• Assist with benchmarking and cost analysis exercises.

Skills

Excel

Word

Outlook

Reading drawings

Estimating software

Education

Diploma or degree in Engineering/Construction

Tools

Tekla PowerFab

Bluebeam

ERP systems

Job description

Bird Construction is seeking a Junior Estimator (Fabrication) to support the estimating and project teams in Edmonton/Nisku area. You will prepare quantity take-offs, review drawings, gather supplier pricing, and help craft competitive project estimates and proposals.

You will gain exposure to fabrication, structural steel, process piping, and modular construction while collaborating with Estimators, Project Managers, Procurement, Engineering, and Production teams to ensure accurate costs and