GC Estimator

GC Estimator Full-time | Year-Round | Blackfalds, AB Position Summary Turn information into opportunity. Every successful project starts with a well-built estimate. As a GC Estimator at Eagle Builders, you'll analyze drawings, specifications, and project requirements to develop accurate project costs that help our team make informed decisions and win work. Your ability to identify risks, solve problems, and uncover opportunities will directly impact project success before construction even begins. We're looking for someone who enjoys digging into details, thinking critically, and finding answers others might overlook. While experience in estimating or construction is an asset, it isn’t required. If you’re analytical, eager to learn, and willing to put in the work, we’ll provide the training and support to help you build a successful career in estimating. What You’ll Do Review drawings, specifications, and tender documents Perform quantity take-offs and prepare detailed cost estimates Prepare project budgets, pricing, and quotations Communicate with vendors, suppliers, subcontractors, and internal teams to gather pricing and project information Identify potential risks, cost drivers, and value-engineering opportunities Review project designs and specifications for practicality and cost-effectiveness Ensure estimates are accurate, complete, and submitted within required deadlines Support project teams throughout the pre-construction process Maintain estimating data, records, and documentation Follow company policies, procedures, and established estimating processes What We Are Looking For Analytical – enjoys breaking down complex information and finding solutions Detail-driven – catches discrepancies and missing information others may overlook Organized – manages multiple priorities while meeting deadlines Accountable – takes ownership of work and follows through on commitments Problem-solver – approaches challenges with curiosity and critical thinking Continuous learner – eager to expand construction and estimating knowledge Team-oriented – works effectively with a variety of personalities and departments Requirements Valid Class 5 driver's license and reliable transportation Available Monday to Friday, with occasional overtime as required Minimum 44 hours per week Strong written and verbal English communication skills Comfortable working with numbers, calculations, and technical information Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) Strong organizational and time-management skills Able to manage multiple priorities and consistently meet deadlines Ability to work independently and within a team environment Assets Experience estimating construction projects Experience reviewing drawings, specifications, and tender documents Knowledge of commercial, industrial, or precast concrete construction Familiarity with construction methods and terminology Experience using estimating, drafting, or construction software Knowledge of Autodesk products such as Revit or AutoCAD Construction-related education, training, or practical experience in construction estimating What Eagle Builders Offers Competitive wages based on experience, with regular evaluations 6% vacation pay, statutory holiday pay, health coverage, and wellness support Sundays off and a culture that values time with family Employee events, clothing program, and additional employee perks Opportunities for professional growth Personality and behavioural assessments designed to help individuals and teams succeed Every project begins with a number. If you enjoy solving problems, uncovering opportunities, and building accurate estimates that help win work, join us and help shape what gets built next. Thank you for your interest in Eagle Builders. Only those selected to move forward will be contacted.

The GC Estimator analyzes drawings and specifications to develop accurate project costs and budgets. They collaborate with vendors and internal teams to identify risks and ensure cost-effective project designs.

Candidates must have a valid Class 5 driver's license, strong English communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. While construction experience is an asset, the role is open to analytical individuals eager to learn.

• Vacation pay • Statutory holiday pay • Health coverage • Wellness support • Employee events • Clothing program • Professional growth opportunities

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Quantity take-offs
• Cost estimation
• Budget preparation
• Project pricing
• Risk identification
• Value engineering
• Technical drawing review
• Microsoft Office
• Time management
• Critical thinking
• Analytical skills
• Vendor communication
• Construction Management Software
• Autodesk
• Ability To Meet Deadlines
• Quantity Take-Offs
• Curiosity
• Willingness To Learn
• Valid Driver's License
• Construction Estimating
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• AutoCAD
• Autodesk Revit
• Construction
• Communication
• Critical Thinking
• English Language
• Problem Solving
• Microsoft Outlook
• Subcontracting
• Time Management
• Value Engineering
• Team Oriented
• Detail Oriented

• Construction
• Engineering
• Trades
• Estimator
• Valuers and Loss Assessors
• Cost Estimators

Expérience minimale

0+ ans

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine