Estimator, Construction, Civil Engineering

Estimator

Location: Preferably based in Kamloops, BC
, but remote work is possible for the right candidate.
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Wage Rate
: $90,000 - $120,000, based on experience

Infracon is a full-service civil construction and industrial services company delivering complex infrastructure projects across Western Canada. Built on determination, teamwork, and integrity, Infracon has earned a strong reputation for safely executing challenging work while maintaining long-term relationships with clients, partners, and communities.

As our organization continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced Estimator to support our expanding portfolio of civil construction projects. This role plays a critical part in ensuring bids, proposals, and cost estimates are prepared accurately, competitively, and in alignment with client expectations.

At Infracon, Safety. No Excuses. is our most important core value, and all team members are expected to actively support and promote our Health, Safety, and Environment culture.

The Estimator is responsible for researching, preparing, and coordinating complete cost estimates for assigned civil construction projects. Reporting to the Estimating Manager, this role analyzes specifications, drawings, RFPs, addendums, and other documentation to prepare competitive estimates and detailed proposals that support profitable, sustainable work.

This position requires a proactive, detail-oriented, and solutions-driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced bidding environment. Tender requirements, deadlines, and priorities may shift based on operational needs, requiring strong adaptability and decision-making skills.

The Estimator also contributes to improving estimating processes, submission quality, cost tracking, and overall bid performance across the organization.

You are a results-driven construction professional with strong estimating experience in civil construction environments. You understand the complexities of reviewing drawings, preparing detailed take-offs, coordinating subcontractor pricing, and assembling competitive bids.

You are confident analyzing project documentation, interpreting specifications, and identifying cost, schedule, and constructability risks before they impact bid accuracy. You bring a strong understanding of civil construction methods, cost structures, and tendering processes, along with a commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

You are highly organized, adaptable, and capable of managing competing priorities in a deadline-driven estimating environment.

• Complete tender submissions using appropriate crews, production rates, and material/subcontractor pricing reflective of project type and complexity
• Prepare all supplemental bid documents, including execution plans, schedules, bonds, qualifications, and charge-out rates
• Perform detailed quantity take-offs and develop accurate cost/time estimates
• Solicit, prepare, and review supplier and subcontractor proposals to ensure completeness and competitiveness
• Review design drawings, specifications, and RFP documents to fully understand project risks, execution strategy, schedule, and scope
• Ensure all addendums are reviewed, incorporated, and filed appropriately
• Work closely with the Estimating Manager to ensure proper and timely submission of tenders
• Ensure safety standards and environmental requirements are incorporated into estimates, meeting or exceeding contract or regulatory expectations
• Prepare project-specific plans when required, including traffic management, quality control, and site safety plans
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, owners, engineers, vendors, and subcontractors
• Maintain working knowledge of Heavy Bid, Bluebeam, Agtek, and other bidding/takeoff software, continuously improving skillset and knowledge
• Review tender/procurement websites (BC Bid, Merx, Bid Central, etc.) daily for suitable projects and forward opportunities to the Estimating Manager
• Record work hours and assign to the proper billing entity
• Record and file estimating notes and correspondence for all tenders
• Perform hand-off meetings on successful estimates and ensure all project start-up documentation is in place for the operations team
• Support lessons learned processes and contribute to continuous improvement
• Perform delegated tasks from the Estimating Manager as required

• Minimum 7+ years of estimating or project management experience in civil construction
• Experience preparing estimates for earthworks, utilities, pipelines, and road construction
• Experience bidding work in remote and/or northern communities is considered an asset
• Proven ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously
• Strong experience with cost estimating, quantity take-offs, and bid preparation
• AutoCAD or Agtek proficiency considered an asset
• Experience working with subcontractors, suppliers, and contract documentation
• Post-secondary education in Civil Engineering, Construction…