Intermediate Estimator

A well-established residential construction company is seeking an Intermediate Estimator to support the delivery of exceptional custom homes throughout Calgary and the surrounding area.

As a key member of the Pre-Construction team, you’ll be responsible for developing accurate budgets, coordinating trade pricing, and ensuring every project is set up for success before construction begins. We’re looking for a detail-oriented, commercially minded professional who takes ownership of their work and is committed to delivering accuracy, accountability, and clear communication throughout the estimating process.

• Salary:$65,000–$85,000 per year, commensurate with experience
• Company events
• Dental care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

• Assist in the preparation of conceptual budgets, detailed estimates, and final pricing
• Review drawings and specifications for scope completeness and risk
• Solicit, evaluate, and analyze subcontractor and supplier quotations
• Price change orders accurately and in a timely manner
• Issue purchase orders and maintain alignment with approved budgets
• Perform quantity take-offs and material calculations
• Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining high-quality standards
• Maintain pricing databases and estimating templates
• Work closely with design, construction, and purchasing teams
• Assist with scope reviews
• Support the continuous improvement of estimating processes

• 3–5 years of estimating experience in residential construction
• Post-secondary certificate or diploma from SAIT/NAIT in Architectural or Estimating Technology
• Experience with custom homes or luxury residential projects strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of residential assemblies, materials, and trade scopes
• Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Proven experience with take-offs, tendering, and bid comparisons
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Advanced proficiency in Excel
• Buildertrend experience is an asset
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Familiarity with the Calgary residential construction market is an asset

• Accurate, dependable, and well-supported pricing
• Strong trade coverage and complete scopes
• Timely and disciplined change order management
• Clear coordination with sales, design, and project teams
• Increased cost certainty and protected project margins

If you’re passionate about residential construction, enjoy solving problems, and want to be part of a collaborative team building some of Calgary’s finest custom homes, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Closing:
September 15, 2026

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