Chandos

Construction

Estimator

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: estimating, cost modelling, collaborative delivery models. 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”

What You'll Achieve.

deliver cost certainty and value from project conception through to construction start on site; be successful

Industry & Context.

Construction
Problems you'll solve

Analytical; cost modelling

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Deep knowledge of local construction and sub-contract marketplace, 5 years in estimating, 4 years with construction management, ICI, residential, recreational, healthcare experience, Degree or diploma in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management (or related), organizational, prioritization, and process advanced Excel and cost-estimating software proficiency, Able to clearly present complex cost data and influence decisions, Organized & Detail-Oriented - thrives under tight deadlines, balancing multiple priorities, Analytical & Technically - proficient in reading drawings/specs and in cost modelling, Collaborative - excels in consensus-building within diverse project teams, Communicative - confident in presenting and defending cost recommendations, Industry‑Savvy - understands market conditions, supply chains, and sector‑specific complexities

Nice to Have

CEC designation (CIQS), PQS designation, IPD or collaborative delivery experience

What You'll Do.

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

and subcontractor take‑offs

Establish and maintain unit costs

and contingency allowances

Solicit competitive bids

negotiate with subcontractors/suppliers

and conduct value‑engineering reviews

Provide constructability advice during pre‑construction

coordinating with operations teams on procurement

Track estimated vs. actual costs

and support lessons learned for continuous improvement

Build and maintain exceptionally relationships with subtrades

and all of our valued clients

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

pioneering the collaborative superstar: Integrative Project Delivery (IPD); collaborative, multi‑stakeholder projects; align costs with project goals and foster transparent decision‑making; coordinating with operations teams; excels in consensus-building within diverse project teams

Communication Scope

clear communication; thoughtful dialogue; present complex cost data; influence decisions; confident in presenting and defending cost recommendations

Process & Methodology

construction management, project conception through to construction start

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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