Sr. Estimator

Vacancy: This posting is for a currently vacant role, and the successful candidate will be hired into an existing open position.
AI: Artificial intelligence tools are used to assist in screening and assessing applicants for this position.
Insight Global is seeking a
Senior Estimator
with a passion for collaborative delivery models to join a leading construction 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.
The successful candidate will bring extensive general contracting estimating experience and a strong background in
municipal infrastructure, ideally including
water, wastewater, bridges, and related heavy civil projects. This individual will be responsible for developing comprehensive cost estimates, supporting collaborative project delivery models, leading estimating discussions, and working closely with operations, subcontractors, consultants, suppliers, and clients to establish cost certainty and identify value throughout pre-construction.
Key Responsibilities
Effectively determine the bid strategies 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
Qualifications
10 or more years of experience in commercial construction estimating
Minimum of 5 years of experience estimating for a general contractor, not a self-performing developer
ICI, residential, recreational, and healthcare experience
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 while 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
Nice-to-Have Qualifications
Direct estimating experience on
water or wastewater treatment projects .
Experience estimating
bridge or other major municipal infrastructure projects .
Experience working within collaborative delivery models.
Experience participating in value engineering and constructability reviews.
Strong network and familiarity with the Alberta subcontractor and supplier market.
Experience supporting projects from
early-stage conceptual estimating through final tender and construction execution .
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