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$112k–$148k/yr
Full-time
bachelor degree
Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Care, Employee Assistance Program, RRSP Matching Program, Educational Assistance
Posted 49d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Lead the preparation of full-cost estimates and bid strategies for municipal infrastructure projects from conception to construction. Coordinate with operations teams to provide constructability advice and maintain strong relationships with subtrades and clients.
Requirements
Requires a minimum of 15 years of commercial construction estimating experience, including 5 years with a general contractor. A post-secondary degree or diploma in construction or engineering is required along with proficiency in cost-estimating software.
Full job description
Company 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.
Job Description
We are seeking an Senior Estimator with a passion for collaborative delivery models to join our Civil 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: Municipal Infrastructure (Water, Wastewater, Bridges, etc.)
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, coordinating with operations teams on procurement, schedule, and logistics
Track estimated vs. actual costs, report variances, and support lessons learned for continuous improvement
Build and maintain exceptionally strong relationships with subtrades, consultants, suppliers, and all of our valued clients
Able to clearly present complex cost data and influence decisions
Post-secondary degree or diploma in construction/engineering or an appropriate field
Strong organizational, prioritization, and process discipline; advanced Excel and cost-estimating software proficiency
Organized & Detail-Oriented: thrives under tight deadlines, balancing multiple priorities
Analytical & Technically Strong: 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
Additional Information
Chandos is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture and this includes our recruitment and hiring process.
We recognize that our differences are our greatest strengths. We uncover talent. We nurture talent. And then we give people the tools they need to use their talent to create a positive impact.
We are 100% employee owned. Every person who works for Chandos can become an owner. There is only one class of units at Chandos, because we believe everyone should be treated equal. We talk about being an entrepreneurial-minded organization and you can be sure we mean it!
Competitive wages
Well rounded employer paid benefits program including health, dental, vision care and employee assistance program
RRSP matching program to aid and prepare employees for long-term financial security
Educational assistance for employees who wish to pursue job-performance enhancing education
Recognition and annual salary reviews program
Leadership conferences that allow employees to connect and collaborate
Regular company-wide engagement opportunities
Vacancy Status
We are actively recruiting for this position.
AI Disclosure Statement: Chandos is committed to transparent recruitment. Our internal team does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants, although we do use AI tools for administrative interview transcription and AI tools may be integrated or embedded in third-party platforms and software. Some of Chandos' external staffing partners may use AI to screen, assess, or select candidates during their initial workflows. All final hiring decisions at Chandos are made personally by our hiring team.
Compensation Transparency
Expected salary band for this role is (depending on experience): $125,000 - $160,000
The base salary range for this role is listed above and may vary based on your experience.
This position also includes a competitive bonus program. Throughout the interview process, we’ll discuss your background to determine the best alignment for your experience level.
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Established in 1980, Chandos Construction is one of North America’s most collaborative and innovative national technical builders. We have over 700 field and office staff across our offices in Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer, Kelowna, Vancouver, Ottawa, Toronto, and Chalk River. Chandos is 100 per cent employee owned, and our success is driven by our employee owners.
Over 80 per cent of our work is delivered using collaborative methods. In addition to our strength in construction management, we are the Canadian leader in Integrated Project Delivery, Lean construction, Virtual Design and Construction, and Sustainability.
At all times we seek to maximize shared value for our employees, clients, industry partners, and community members in a sustainable manner. Because we believe that when we do this, we can build a better world for everyone.
Offices: 9604 - 20 Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta T6N 1G1, CA · 1000, 15 Sunpark Plaza SE, Suite 200, Calgary, Alberta T2X 0M5, CA · 110, 4732 – 60th Street, Red Deer, Alberta T4N 7C7, CA · 4180 Lougheed Hwy, Unit 103, Burnaby, BC V5C 6A7, CA · 2680 Skymark Ave, Suite 600, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 5L6, CA