Intermediate Estimator

AWC Water Solutions; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary + bonus plan

Extended health benefits

Group RRSP program

Team events & social workplace

Staff snacks and refreshments

Job summary

AWC Water Solutions Ltd. is seeking an experienced Intermediate Estimator to develop accurate and competitive cost estimates for water and wastewater treatment projects.

You will independently manage estimates, collaborating with sales, applications engineering, and vendors to define scope, assumptions, and estimating strategies. Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in estimating within manufacturing or water/wastewater environments, with strong analysis, P&ID reading, and Excel skills.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of estimating experience in manufacturing, fabrication, engineering, construction, or water/wastewater.
• Post-secondary education in engineering, construction, business, or a related technical discipline.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, process and design drawings, and technical specifications.
• Experience developing accurate cost estimates for standard to moderately complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed cost estimates and budgetary pricing for standard to moderately complex bid projects.
• Independently manage estimates from review through handover.
• Collaborate with sales and applications engineers to define project requirements and strategies.
• Review bid packages and technical documents to identify cost drivers and risks.
• Prepare cost estimates for materials, labor, subcontractors, equipment, fabrication, and controls.

Skills

Cost estimation

Budgeting

Analytical thinking

Communication

Project collaboration

Vendor negotiations

Education

Engineering/Construction/Business degree

Related technical discipline

Tools

InEight

Microsoft Excel

Job description

AWC Water Solutions Ltd. specializes in providing integrated water, wastewater treatment plants and many other specialized industrial packaged solutions. We offer clients advanced in-house engineering and design with 3D modeling, piloting, fabrication and machining, an in-house control panel shop, and a full range of field services, allowing us to provide turn-key solutions.

AWC is seeking an experienced Intermediate Estimator to develop accurate and competitive cost estimates and budgetary pricing for water and wastewater treatment projects and other specialized industrial packaged solutions. The Intermediate Estimator will independently manage estimates for standard and moderately complex bid projects, working closely with sales, applications engineering, vendors, subcontractors, and other internal stakeholders.

This role requires a strong understanding of estimating principles, technical drawings, project specifications, manufacturing processes, and project costs. The Intermediate Estimator will take greater ownership of the estimating process than a Junior Estimator while continuing to develop the technical, commercial, and industry expertise required to progress toward a Senior Estimator role.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop detailed and comprehensive cost estimates and budgetary pricing for standard and moderately complex bid projects, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and competitiveness
• Independently manage assigned estimates from initial review through completion and handover
• Collaborate with the sales team and applications engineers to define project requirements, scope, assumptions, exclusions, and estimating strategies
• Review client bid packages, project specifications, P&IDs, process drawings, design drawings, and other technical documentation to identify project requirements, risks, and potential cost impacts
• Prepare material, labour, subcontractor, equipment, fabrication, machining, controls, and other project cost estimates as applicable to the project scope
• Solicit, analyze, and evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotations, identifying discrepancies, exclusions, and opportunities to improve overall project pricing
• Apply sound judgment when developing estimates and identify potential estimating risks, gaps, and cost uncertainties
• Maintain and contribute to the accuracy of the estimating database, including supplier pricing, historical project costs, labour rates, and other relevant estimating information
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers, contractors, and subcontractors to support competitive and reliable project pricing
• Contribute to the preparation of proposal content, ensuring technical and commercial information is accurately reflected
• Liaise with sales, engineering, project management, vendors, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to resolve estimating questions and manage estimate revisions and changes
• Prepare estimates and supporting documentation in accordance with AWC estimating processes, standards, and timelines
• Develop project handover packages following award, ensuring that estimating assumptions, pricing information, scope details, and other relevant information are clearly communicated to the project execution team
• Review completed projects and incorporate lessons learned, actual costs, and market information into future estimates
• Assist with the development and improvement of estimating processes, tools, templates, and methodologies
• Provide guidance and informal support to Junior Estimators, sharing knowledge and best practices
• Support Senior Estimators on larger or more complex bids and take responsibility for assigned portions of complex estimates
• Perform additional estimating and project quoting duties as required

Requirements

• 3-5 years of related estimating experience, preferably within a manufacturing, fabrication, engineering, construction, or water/wastewater environment
• Post-secondary education in Engineering, Construction, Business, or a related technical discipline
• Working knowledge of water and wastewater treatment processes and equipment is considered an asset
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting P&ID drawings, process drawings, design drawings, specifications, and technical documentation
• Demonstrated ability to independently develop accurate cost estimates for standard and moderately complex projects
• Strong understanding of material, labour, subcontractor, vendor, fabrication, and equipment costs and their impact on project pricing
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to identify estimating risks and make sound recommendations
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively work with sales, engineering, suppliers, subcontractors, and other stakeholders
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple estimates and competing deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment
• Demonstrated initiative and willingness to take ownership of assigned estimates and deliverables
• Ability and willingness to provide guidance and support to Junior Estimators
• Familiarity with InEight or similar estimating software is considered an asset
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel is considered an asset

Benefits

Industry-Leading Compensation

AWC offers competitive, industry-leading compensation packages designed to recognize and reward performance. Each role includes a base salary, bonus plan, extended health benefits, and participation in our Group RRSP program.

Employee Recognition & Team Culture

We believe great work deserves to be celebrated. AWC has a strong employee recognition program that regularly acknowledges individual and team achievements. We also foster a welcoming, social workplace with regular team events and opportunities to connect and have fun together.

Workplace Amenities

Our staff rooms are fully stocked with complimentary snacks and refreshments, helping keep energy levels high throughout the day.

Professional & Personal Development

AWC is deeply committed to lifelong learning and growth. We actively support employees in reaching their full potential through professional development opportunities, support for further education, and subsidies for fitness and wellness programs.

We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected will be contacted.