Senior Estimator

3M HEALTHCARE; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Dormont Manufacturing Co, based in Edmonton, is looking for a Senior Estimator to lead the estimating strategy for complex civil and earthworks projects. The role includes overseeing quantity take-offs, cost modelling, and guiding bid submissions to ensure competitiveness.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in heavy civil projects and strong leadership skills. Responsibilities include mentoring team members, ensuring compliance with standards, and managing stakeholder relationships to inform strategic decisions.

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years of progressive estimating experience focused on heavy civil and earthworks.
• Proven track record on complex, large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of contract models (lump sum, unit rate, cost-plus).

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end estimating process for complex projects ensuring accuracy.
• Act as key advisor on bid strategy, pricing methodology, and risk assessment.
• Mentor and develop estimating team members promoting a culture of collaboration.

Skills

Heavy civil and earthworks estimation

Leadership and stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Advanced cost modelling

Education

Post-secondary education in Construction Management, Engineering, or Estimating

Tools

InEight Estimate

Bluebeam

Primavera P6

MS Office

Job description

Bring your deep civil and earthworks expertise to the forefront as a Senior Estimator, leading high-impact estimating strategy and execution across complex, large-scale projects. In this role, you will drive accuracy and innovation —overseeing all aspects of estimating from early-stage conceptual development through to final bid submission.

You will provide leadership in quantity take-offs, advanced cost modelling, and bid strategy across lump sum, unit rate, and cost-plus contracts. As a trusted advisor to operations and senior leadership, you will shape project pursuit strategies, mitigate risk, and identify value-driven opportunities that enhance competitiveness and project outcomes.

Recognized for your strategic mindset and technical depth, you will champion continuous improvement, mentor developing estimators, and elevate estimating standards across the business.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end estimating process on complex, high-value civil and earthworks projects, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and strategic alignment
• Act as a key advisor to senior leadership on bid strategy, risk assessment, pricing methodology, and competitive positioning
• Foster strong relationships with internal stakeholders, clients, consultants, and industry partners, providing clear and confident communication at all levels
• Mentor, coach, and develop estimating team members, building bench strength and promoting a culture of excellence and collaboration
• Drive continuous improvement by developing, refining, and implementing estimating standards, procedures, and best practices
• Oversee compliance with Ledcor systems, processes, and governance in all estimating activities
• Lead comprehensive reviews of drawings, specifications, and contract documents to identify risks, gaps, and opportunities
• Direct and validate detailed quantity take-offs and pricing strategies, ensuring alignment with project execution plans and safety requirements
• Oversee subcontractor and supplier engagement, including bid solicitation, evaluation, negotiations, and final selection
• Develop conceptual and parametric estimates using historical data, benchmarking, and market intelligence
• Present estimates, assumptions, and risk profiles to senior leadership with confidence and clarity
• Analyze market trends, cost drivers, and project data to inform future bids and strategic decision-making

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in Construction Management, Engineering, Estimating, or a related discipline
• 7–10+ years of progressive estimating experience, with a strong focus on heavy civil and earthworks projects
• Proven track record leading estimates on complex, large-scale infrastructure projects
• Advanced knowledge of construction practices, methodologies, and equipment in civil/earthworks environments
• Deep understanding of contract models (lump sum, unit rate, cost-plus) and associated commercial risks
• Strong expertise in interpreting construction documents and identifying scope gaps and risk exposures
• Demonstrated ability to develop project schedules and integrate them into cost planning
• High proficiency with estimating and project controls tools (e.g., InEight Estimate, Bluebeam, Primavera P6, MS Office)
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to think strategically, influence decisions, and drive results in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.