Project Estimator

Rushton Gas & Oil Equipment Ltd.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP Matching Program

Medical and Dental Benefits

Life Insurance Benefits

Disability Insurance Benefits

Paid training for job related programs

On-site parking

Job summary

Rushton Gas & Oil Equipment Ltd. is seeking a Project Estimator to join our Edmonton team. You will identify labour and material needs from drawings and specs, prepare cost estimates, and update our estimating database to support future projects.

The role requires strong analytical skills, reading drawings, familiarity with ASME standards, and the ability to work under tight deadlines while collaborating with project managers and engineering staff to ensure accurate, cost-effective delivery.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications accurately.
• Knowledge of ASME Section VIII, B31.3, and B149.3 is preferred.
• Experience estimating labour and material in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Identify labour and material requirements from drawings, specs, and related documents.
• Prepare cost estimations for labour, material, and subtrade services.
• Update the cost base database for future projects.
• Analyze and interpret data accurately.
• Create written quotations for senior management review.
• Ensure all cost estimation documents meet deadlines.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineering, drafting, and manufacturing teams.
• Participate in project scheduling activities.
• Develop and maintain estimating templates.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Reading drawings

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Education

Diploma or Degree in Engineering Technology/Project Management

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Project Estimator

Duties and Responsibilities

• Identifying the labour and material requirements based off of drawings, specifications, and other related documents.
• Preparing cost estimations for labour, material, and other subtrade services.
• Updating a cost base database for future projects.
• Analyzing and interpreting data accurately.
• Creating written quotations for senior project management review.
• Ensuring all cost estimation documents are completed according to established deadlines.
• Extensive knowledge of valving & Instrumentation.
• Communicating and coordinating with project managers, management, consultants, engineering, drafting, materials supplies and manufacturing department to ensure accurate cost estimation and cost-effective product delivery.
• Actively participate in project scheduling activities.
• Conducting self in a professional, ethical manner at all times.
• Creating and maintaining the proposal schedule, fabrication schedules & inspection.
• Improving estimating Excel based estimating templates.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Engineering Technology, Project Management, or the equivalent combination of technical training and/or professional experience.
• Minimum of 1 - 2 years’ estimating experience in a manufacturing environment with exposure to pressure vessels and related oilfield equipment.
• Sound knowledge of ASME Section VIII, B31.3, and B149.3
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications accurately.
• Sizing equipment, PSV’s, and control valves using computer programs.
• Proficient use of computers and Microsoft Office software.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to develop an overall cost strategy and execution plan.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Ability to work on a team.
• Previous experience with AutoCAD is an asset.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Must be able to work a minimum of 40.0 hours per week.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive rates, based on experience and skill
• Company annual bonus participation
• RRSP Matching Program
• Medical and Dental Benefits
• Life Insurance Benefits
• Disability Insurance Benefits
• Paid training for job related programs

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• RRSP match

Work Location: In person