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Construction Cost Estimator job in Edmonton, AB with Architectural Deconstruction Ltd., Alberta - alis
This permanent full time Construction Cost Estimator job from Architectural Deconstruction Ltd. is offering $42.00 hourly for 30 to 44 hours per week.
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Job Details

Construction Cost Estimator

Employer

Architectural Deconstruction Ltd.

Date Posted

May 27, 2026

Languages

English
  • Location Edmonton, AB
  • Earnings $42.00 hourly
  • Work Hours 30 to 44 hours per week
  • Position Permanent Full Time
  • Vacancies 1  Vacancy
  • Closing Date Jun 16, 2026
Job Requirements

Employer

Architectural Deconstruction Ltd.

Languages

English

Education

  • Bachelor's degree
  • or equivalent experience

Work site environment

All weather conditions

Work setting

Estimating

Tasks

  • Prepare estimates of labour and/or material costs
  • Prepare pre-qualification submissions to present clients
  • Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements
  • Operate CADD and other computer software systems
  • Prepare estimates for general expenses and overheads
  • Provide economic feasibility studies and preliminary estimates for proposed projects
  • Create and submit estimate reports, quote sheets and bids forms
  • Utilize quantity take-off procedures
  • Advise on tendering procedures
  • Set up cost monitoring and reporting systems
  • Monitor and adjust contract expenditures
  • Prepare and maintain directory of supplies and trade contractors
  • Liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates
  • MS Office

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

  • First Aid Certificate
  • Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Computer and technology knowledge

  • Estimating packages
  • Scheduling packages
  • AutoCAD
  • MS Excel
  • MS Word

Type of experience

  • Architecture
  • Contractors

Project size estimating experience

$100,001 - $500,000

Area of work experience

  • Purchasing, procurement and contracts
  • Project coordination

Specialization or experience

  • Green economy sector
  • Specialized environmental skills and knowledge

Area of specialization

  • Project management
  • Structural construction

Security and safety

  • Criminal record check
  • Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

  • Willing to travel
  • Parking paid by employer
  • Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • Fast-paced environment
  • Work under pressure
  • Tight deadlines
  • Handling heavy loads
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently

Personal suitability

  • Client focus
  • Flexibility
  • Organized
  • Proactive
  • Ability to multitask
  • Analytical

Screening questions

Do you have experience working in this field?

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

Employment terms options

  • Flexible hours
  • To be determined
  • Overtime available

Green job

Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes

Health benefits

  • Dental plan
  • Disability benefits
  • Health care plan
  • Paramedical services coverage
  • Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

  • Bonus
  • Gasoline paid
  • Life insurance
  • Stocks/shares

Other benefits

  • Free parking available
  • Learning/training paid by employer
  • Other benefits
  • Team building opportunities
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Interest Codes & Abilities
The Construction Cost Estimator is part of the following larger National Occupational Classification (NOC).

Interest Codes

Construction Estimators
METHODICAL

Interest in establishing and maintaining tendering processes, in setting up cost monitoring and reporting systems and procedures, and in preparing and maintaining directories of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors

INNOVATIVE

Interest in analyzing information to examine tenders and recommend tender awards, and to prepare economic feasibility studies on changes and adjustments to cost estimates

DIRECTIVE

Interest in negotiating contracts; and in managing and co-ordinating construction projects and preparing construction progress schedules

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