Job Description

Construction Estimator

Employer: Custom Metal Contracting Ltd.

Business Address and Job Location:  49 5342 72 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta T2C 4X5 (Travel to sites within Calgary may be required).

Wage: $40.87 per hour (salary increases as per company policy)

Benefits: Disability, Dental, Medical, Travel allowance

Employment terms and conditions: Full-Time, Permanent, Monday–Friday, 40 hours/week (8:00 am – 4:30 pm)

Vacancies: 1

Anticipated start date: As soon as possible.

Job requirements:

Language: English

Education & Experience: High school diploma and 2 years of related experience

Specialization: Metal roofs and cladding

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Ability to work independently and as part of a team, attention to detail, fast-paced environment

Personal Suitability: Strong problem-solving skills, Dependability, Good communication and interpersonal skills, Strong work ethic, and positive attitude

Computer Software/ Programs Used: MS Office programs, Construction Software

Duties:

• Prepare comprehensive quotations for architectural panels, cladding, and metal roofing.
• Prepare material and quantity take-offs and estimates from architectural drawings.
• Work collaboratively with the Estimating Manager and project team.
• Break down products for costing and calculate all costs associated with tendered estimates.
• Review project scope of work, specifications, and addendums to develop accurate lump sum tender prices.
• Generate detailed quantity take-offs to establish precise project cost estimates.
• Create and manage “Requests for Information” (RFIs) and assess project addendums for potential cost impacts.
• Produce professional and competitive project estimates and customer quotations.
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure consistency, accuracy, and adherence to best practices in all estimates and quotation documents.
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain technical input and pricing details.
• Maintain organized job files and digital project databases.
• Attend project meetings, client meetings, and senior management meetings as required.
• Participate in pre-tender site visits to gather information necessary for accurate estimating.

How to apply:

By e-mail: colinl@custommetal.ab.ca

Veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces, Visible minorities, Indigenous people, and Newcomers to Canada are welcome to apply.