Structural Steel Estimator

PTW Energy Services; Calgary; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Extended health benefits

Retirement savings plan

Referral bonus program

Job summary

PTW Energy Services is seeking a Structural Steel Estimator for our Calgary facility. The role focuses on preparing accurate estimates and quantity take-offs from client drawings, coordinating with internal teams, suppliers, and clients throughout bidding.

The position requires extensive experience with Canadian design standards (CSA S16, NBCC, etc.), labor-hour estimation for detailing and erection, and strong Excel and ERP/MRP usage to improve estimate accuracy and competitiveness.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of structural steel estimating experience in Canada.
• Experience estimating projects per CSA S16, CSA G40.21, NBCC, and provincial codes.
• Proven capability to develop labour-hour estimates for detailing, fabrication, painting/coating, galvanizing, shipping, and erection activities.
• Experience with bid documents, contract terms, and commercial risks.
• Strong knowledge of steel connections, fabrication, welds, bolts, and erection sequencing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates and quantity take-offs from client/internal drawings.
• Review drawings, specs, bids to ensure all requirements are included.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers and internal teams.
• Develop labour-hour estimates for all fabrication and erection steps.
• Prepare bid summaries, cost analyses, and value-engineering proposals.
• Attend client meetings and analyze historical costs for improved accuracy.

Skills

Structural steel estimating

Canada market knowledge

Advanced Excel

ERP/MRP integration

Bid analysis

Tools

Tekla EPM (FabTrol)

FabSuite

Bluebeam Revu

PlanSwift

Tekla Structures

SDS/2

Job description

Company Overview:

PTW is a leading industry solutions provider delivering construction, fabrication, and maintenance services across Canada. We have a workforce of talented people who take pride in the safe and reliable work we perform for our customers every day. We deliver innovative industrial solutions across the agricultural, mining, oil and gas, petrochemical, pulp and paper, nuclear, and renewable energy industries.

Role Summary:

We are seeking a Structural Steel Estimator to join our team at our Calgary facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing accurate structural steel estimates and quantity take-offs, supporting proposal development, and coordinating with internal teams, clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and project partners throughout the estimating and bidding process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare structural steel estimates and detailed quantity take-offs from client and internal designs.
• Review client-provided drawings, specifications, and bid documents to ensure all requirements are incorporated into estimates.
• Review RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs for proposal requirements, scope, specifications, and documentation guidelines.
• Prepare quotation letters and supporting proposal documentation.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal departments including project management, purchasing, engineering, drafting, and manufacturing.
• Develop labour-hour estimates for detailing, fabrication, painting/coating, galvanizing, shipping, and field erection activities.
• Solicit and evaluate quotations from suppliers, erectors, painters, galvanizers, freight providers, and specialty subcontractors.
• Evaluate bid documents, contract terms, specifications, scope gaps, exclusions, and commercial risks.
• Prepare bid summaries, cost analyses, value-engineering proposals, and management review packages.
• Amend estimates and manage changes throughout the project lifecycle in coordination with the Project Manager and client.
• Attend virtual and in-person client meetings as required.
• Analyze historical project costs and market trends to improve estimate accuracy and competitiveness.
• Ensure estimating-related correspondence, documentation, and procedures are completed in accordance with established guidelines.
• Comply with PTW's health and safety standards and applicable Occupational Health and Safety regulations.

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of structural steel estimating experience in Canada, preferably involving fabrication and erection projects across commercial, industrial, and institutional sectors.
• Proven experience estimating projects in accordance with Canadian design standards, including CSA S16, CSA G40.21, CISC standards, National Building Code of Canada (NBCC), and applicable provincial codes.
• Strong knowledge of the Canadian structural steel market, including material pricing, fabrication costs, erection methods, transportation, coatings, and subcontractor pricing.
• Experience preparing detailed quantity take-offs directly from structural and architectural drawings.
• Demonstrated ability to develop labour-hour estimates for detailing, fabrication, painting/coating, galvanizing, shipping, and field erection activities.
• Experience evaluating bid documents, contract terms, specifications, scope gaps, exclusions, and commercial risks.
• Strong understanding of CCDC contracts, construction procurement processes, and tendering practices commonly used in Canada.
• Experience soliciting, reviewing, and evaluating quotations from suppliers, erectors, painters, galvanizers, freight providers, and specialty subcontractors.
• Ability to prepare comprehensive bid summaries, cost analyses, value-engineering proposals, and management review packages.
• Strong knowledge of steel connection types, fabrication processes, weld procedures, bolt requirements, and erection sequencing.
• Experience with industrial projects in sectors such as oil and gas, petrochemical, mining, power generation, agriculture, manufacturing, or commercial construction is considered an asset.
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems integrated with estimating and project management functions.
• Ability to analyze historical project costs and market trends to improve estimate accuracy and competitiveness.
• Strong Excel skills, including advanced formulas, pivot tables, cost databases, and bid analysis tools.
• Proven track record of successfully estimating and securing structural steel fabrication and erection projects valued from $100K to $5M+.
• Experience with estimating and take-off software such as Tekla EPM (FabTrol), FabSuite, Bluebeam Revu, PlanSwift, Tekla Structures, SDS/2, or equivalent platforms is preferred.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive compensation, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive extended health benefits after 3 months, including dental and vision coverage, physiotherapy, massage therapy, mental health support, and more.
• Retirement savings plan with employer matching.
• Employee Referral Bonus Program, offering up to $1,000 per successful referral.

Why Work for PTW:

Build Your Trade. Build Your Future. Join PTW Energy Services and turn a job into a long-term career. We are the largest Electrical and Instrumentation contractor in Western Canada with 40 locations and nearly 2,000 workers. We have the scale to keep our crews working, which means steady work, strong leadership, and real opportunity.

To recognize and celebrate employees who exemplify our values, we've established dedicated programs such as our Quarterly Employee Appreciation Recognition Awards, Safety Rewards Program, and Milestone Achievement Program, ensuring that excellence, safe work, and tenure are consistently acknowledged and never go unnoticed.

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