Senior Estimator

Aecon Group Inc.; Gävleborgs län; On-site; SEK 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Accessible hiring process

Job summary

Aecon Group Inc. seeks a Senior Estimator based in Gävleborgs län, Sweden, specializing in cost estimating for construction projects. The ideal candidate will have a diploma or degree in Engineering or Project Management, with 5–8 years of estimating experience on complex construction assignments.

The position involves preparing quantity take-offs, creating detailed cost budgets, participating in design reviews, and ensuring projects meet financial targets. Aecon promotes an inclusive work environment and encourages diverse applicants.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–8 years of experience within estimating on medium to large construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of project controls, costs, and scheduling.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and document quantity take-offs and cost estimating.
• Participate in design reviews for various subcontract packages.
• Drive the production of detailed cost budgets.

Skills

Estimating

Project Management

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Diploma or Degree in Engineering or Project Management

Tools

MS Excel

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

P6

Job description

What is the Opportunity?

Aecon’s Civil East sector is a cornerstone of our construction and infrastructure operations, delivering innovative solutions to some of the most complex and impactful projects globally. Renowned for its expertise in heavy civil construction, the sector specializes in building essential infrastructure that powers economies and enhances communities. Our portfolio features cutting‑edge work on bridges, highways, tunnels, and airports. In the Caribbean region, we are leveraging our expertise and collaborative approach to deliver world‑class infrastructure projects tailored to meet the unique needs of island communities. The Senior Estimator will be based in St. Thomas/St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands and will be responsible for the preparation and documentation of quantity take‑offs and cost estimating for project execution.

What You’ll Do Here

• Participate in design reviews for Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP), Civil and Architectural Subcontract packages with client key stakeholders.
• Create sketches, drawings and specifications to meet client requirements, analyze blueprints and other documentation.
• Perform value engineering and take part in constructability reviews during the preconstruction cycle.
• Drive the production of detailed cost budgets on successfully bid projects.
• Partner in collecting and maintaining a historical cost database on past construction projects to be used in estimating new work.
• Oversee projects that have been successfully bid and are under construction to learn the actual methods and costs of field operations.
• Execute accurate quantity take‑offs and unit pricing utilizing estimating software.
• Connect with appropriate vendors and suppliers to obtain pricing information.
• Solicit scopes of work and quotations from subcontractors.
• Maintain material pricing information in an estimating database.
• Develop a mastery of the means and methods of construction and the impact on overall project cost.
• Participate in turnover meetings with Project Management on successful bids.
• Site visits may be required on more complex tenders.
• Attend tender closings (review of documents, compile proposal information, participate in closing meetings).
• Address any addenda, change orders, etc.; perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.

What You'll Bring To The Team

• Diploma or Degree within Engineering, Project Management or equivalent combination of training.
• Minimum 5–8 years of experience within estimating and with working on medium or large sized construction projects of medium to high complexity.
• Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters, such as different procurement routes, value management and value engineering.
• Working knowledge of MS Excel, Word, Project, Autodesk (AutoCAD), Bluebeam, P6, In‑Eight (Hard Dollar) or similar estimating software.
• Strong knowledge of project controls, including costs, scheduling and general requirements of construction projects.
• Prior conceptual estimating experience or understanding.
• Expertise in reading and understanding construction drawings and documents.
• Thorough knowledge of contract language, terms and conditions, bonding, etc.
• Exceptional organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills – oral and written.
• Good knowledge of sub‑trades.
• RICS accredited/AACE or working towards is valuable but not required.

Benefits and Commitment to Inclusion

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. Through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process. As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, Aecon may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and reviewing candidates. All final decisions are made by qualified Aecon team members.