Senior Estimator(Calgary)

• Location: Calgary, Alberta
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #13465
• Salary: CA$135,000 Per Hour

MatchBox Consulting Group is looking for a Senior Estimator for a construction company that specializes in commercial tenant improvements and commercial new build projects in the lower mainland. The company has been recognized as a Top 70 employer as well as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies.
Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and coordinate full-cost estimates for Conceptual, Design-Build, Construction Management, IPD, Lump Sum, and general tender work
• Source pricing from subcontractors and suppliers; complete quantity take-offs
• Review, recommend, and negotiate proposals and contracts
• Track estimated vs. actual costs on awarded projects
• Manage take-offs, purchasing, material control, and interpretation of drawings/specifications to support safe, timely, and cost-effective delivery
• Evaluate and recommend allowances for indirect costs, design unknowns, escalation, and contingencies
• Develop competitive bids aligned with client requirements and timelines

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in construction, engineering, or related field
• 10+ years of commercial construction estimating experience with a general contractor
• Strong ability to read and interpret building specifications, blueprints, and as-builts
• Advanced mathematical and analytical skills for developing material and labour estimates
• Strong communication and presentation abilities
• Well-connected in the local market with established subcontractor and supplier relationships
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Bluebeam

For more current job opportunities, Follow MatchBox at linkedin.com/company/matchbox-recruitment/

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

Find out more at www.matchboxhr.com