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Construction Estimator
Employer
Shaw Steel Services Ltd.Date Posted
August 13, 2025Languages
English-
Location Strathmore, AB
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Earnings $41.00 hourly
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Work Hours 35 hours per week
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Position Permanent Full Time
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Vacancies 1  Vacancy
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Closing Date Nov 26, 2025
Employer
Shaw Steel Services Ltd.
Languages
English
Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
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
- Set up cost monitoring and reporting systems
- Monitor and adjust contract expenditures
- Liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates
Computer and technology knowledge
AutoCAD
Type of experience
- Commercial and/or industrial construction
- Residential construction
Area of work experience
Project coordination
Area of specialization
Project management
Transportation/travel information
- Willing to travel
- Valid driver's licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Attention to detail
Personal suitability
Team player
Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
Important notice: This job posting has been provided by an external employer.The Government of Alberta and the Government of Canada are not responsible for the accuracy, authenticity or reliability of the content.
Interest Codes
- METHODICAL
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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
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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
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Interest in negotiating contracts; and in managing and co-ordinating construction projects and preparing construction progress schedules

