Chandos

Construction

Estimator

CA$91–130k Edmonton, Alberta, Canada FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for mid candidates.

The Brief

“Estimator at Chandos. Skills: Cost estimation, Collaborative delivery, Construction management. Determine bid strategies. Prepare cost estimates”

What You'll Achieve.

Deliver cost certainty; Deliver value

Industry & Context.

Construction
Problems you'll solve

Value-engineering reviews; Root cause analysis

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Deep knowledge of local construction, 5 years in estimating, 4 years with construction management, ICI experience, Residential experience, Recreational experience, Healthcare experience, CEC designation, Degree in Engineering, Diploma in Engineering, Degree in Architecture, Diploma in Architecture, Degree in Construction Management, Diploma in Construction Management, Advanced Excel proficiency, Cost-estimating software proficiency, Present complex cost data, Balance multiple priorities, Proficient in reading drawings, Proficient in reading specs, Proficient in cost modelling

Nice to Have

PQS designation

What You'll Do.

Determine bid strategies

Prepare cost estimates

Coordinate cost estimates

Lead estimating workshops

Align costs with goals

Perform material take-offs

Perform labour take-offs

Perform equipment take-offs

Perform subcontractor take-offs

Establish labour rates

Establish contingency

Solicit competitive bids

Negotiate with subcontractors

Negotiate with suppliers

Conduct value-engineering reviews

Provide constructability advice

Coordinate with operations

Track estimated costs

Support lessons learned

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Multi-stakeholder projects; Collaborative delivery models; Integrative Project Delivery (IPD); Operations teams; Subtrades; Consultants; Suppliers; Clients

Communication Scope

Present cost data; Influence decisions

Process & Methodology

Construction management

Full Job Description

We are Chandos. We exist to build a better world. Our vision is to emerge as Canada’s premier technical builder, distinguished by our relentless pursuit of innovation , collaboration , and sustainability in all that we do. We are 100 per cent employee-owned , and our success is driven by our employee owners. We prioritize people, purpose, and performance in all that we do. When the company thrives, you benefit directly. When everyone is invested - literally - it builds a community of accountability, pride and mutual support. We look for team members who are gritty , accountable , and driven - with a mindset rooted in initiative and purpose , you think like an entrepreneur and build strong, trusting relationships through clear communication and thoughtful dialogue, even in challenging conversations. You’ll join a company that’s pioneering the collaborative superstar: Integrative Project Delivery (IPD) in Canada, with projects that truly move the needle on collaboration and innovation in construction. We are seeking an Estimator with a passion for collaborative delivery models to join our Edmonton team. You’ll be at the heart of collaborative, multi‑stakeholder projects, delivering cost certainty and value from project conception through to construction start on site. Project sectors: ICI (Industrial, Commercial, Institutional) * Effectively determine the bid strategies required for Chandos to be successful * Prepare and coordinate full‑cost estimates for all project phases - concept to tender - with a focus on collaborative methodology * Lead estimating workshops to align costs with project goals and foster transparent decision‑making * Perform detailed material, labour, equipment, and subcontractor take‑offs * Establish and maintain unit costs, labour rates, escalation, and contingency allowances * Solicit competitive bids, negotiate with subcontractors/suppliers, and conduct value‑engineering reviews * Provide constructability advice during pre‑construction, coordi

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