Intermediate Estimator – Commercial Construction
Location: Calgary, Alberta
Position Summary:
We’re sourcing out an experienced Intermediate Estimator with an established commercial general contractor.
This position is responsible for developing accurate, competitive estimates across multiple stages of design and tender. You’ll assess project scope, complete detailed takeoffs, secure subcontractor and supplier pricing, identify commercial risks, and help develop bid strategies that protect profitability.
The ideal candidate brings at least three years of commercial estimating experience. Previous exposure to Institutional and Commercial projects is beneficial.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare conceptual, schematic, design development, and tender estimates for commercial construction projects
- Review drawings, specifications, contracts, addenda, and bid documents to establish complete scope requirements
- Perform quantity takeoffs and analyze labour, equipment, material, general conditions, and indirect costs
- Solicit, evaluate, level, and compare subcontractor and supplier proposals
- Identify scope gaps, exclusions, ambiguities, constructability concerns, and commercial risks
- Develop bid assumptions, clarifications, exclusions, contingencies, and recommendation documents
- Manage multiple estimates, submission requirements, internal resources, and bid deadlines simultaneously
- Participate in estimate reviews, bid strategy sessions, risk assessments, pre-bid meetings, and site visits
- Evaluate contract terms, subcontractor qualifications, market conditions, logistics, labour availability, and schedule exposure
- Collaborate with operations teams to validate pricing, construction methodology, and project risk
- Support value engineering and cost-saving strategies without compromising project requirements
- Prepare proposal submissions, bid forms, summaries, and supporting documentation
- Maintain organized estimate files, historical cost information, and subcontractor pricing data
- Build strong working relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and project stakeholders
- Coordinate project turnover to operations following award and contribute to post-bid reviews and lessons learned
Qualifications & Experience:
- 3+ years of estimating experience working on Institutional or Commercial projects
- Diploma or degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related discipline is preferred
- Strong understanding of commercial construction methods, materials, sequencing, and subcontractor scopes
- Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, contracts, and tender documentation
- Proficiency with SAGE, Bluebeam, Autodesk, Procore
- PQS or CEC designation
Key Competencies:
- Strong analytical judgment and attention to detail
- Commercial awareness with the ability to identify pricing and contract risk
- Excellent organization and time-management skills
- Ability to manage competing deadlines without sacrificing estimate quality
- Clear, professional communication with clients, consultants, and trade partners
- Collaborative, accountable, and solutions-oriented approach
If you’re an Intermediate Estimator with commercial general contracting experience and a track record of producing complete, defensible estimates, then let's connect.
levi.maximick@skylinerl.com
