On-Site Transmission Project Estimator – Edmonton

Aplin; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Aplin is seeking an experienced Project Estimator to support a portfolio of major transmission infrastructure projects. The role involves developing accurate cost estimates and supporting budgeting and forecasting with engineering, construction, and project management teams.

This on-site Edmonton position requires a diploma/degree in a related field, 5+ years of estimating experience, and proficiency with Excel and estimating software tools such as InEight, Hard Dollar, HeavyBid, and Primavera

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of estimating experience within utility, power, construction, industrial, or heavy civil environments.
• Diploma or degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and estimating software tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual, preliminary, and detailed cost estimates for transmission infrastructure projects, including overhead and underground systems, substations, and asset replacement programs.
• Review engineering drawings, technical specifications, standards, and scopes of work to support estimate development.
• Complete detailed quantity take-offs and determine labour, equipment, and material requirements.
• Apply standardized estimating methodologies, productivity factors, unit rates, and historical cost data.
• Identify cost drivers, assumptions, risks, uncertainties, escalation factors, and contingency requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering, construction, procurement, and project management teams to assess constructability and execution strategies.
• Support capital budget development and business case preparation.
• Review contractor estimates, tender submissions, and change orders for scope completeness and cost reasonableness.
• Maintain estimating databases, cost models, historical cost records, and supporting documentation.
• Prepare Basis of Estimate (BOE) documentation, including assumptions, inclusions, and exclusions.
• Participate in post-project reviews and lessons-learned initiatives to improve estimating accuracy and processes.
• Support project cost monitoring and reporting activities as required.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Engineering degree or diploma

Tools

Excel

InEight

Hard Dollar

HeavyBid

Primavera P6

Job description

Aplin is seeking an experienced Project Estimator to support a portfolio of major transmission infrastructure projects. The role involves developing accurate cost estimates and supporting budgeting and forecasting with engineering, construction, and project management teams.

This on-site Edmonton position requires a diploma/degree in a related field, 5+ years of estimating experience, and proficiency with Excel and estimating software tools such as InEight, Hard Dollar, HeavyBid, and Primavera