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Estimator

@ Alberici Canada

Burlington, Ontario

Full-time5+ years experience
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Overview

Alberici Canada is hiring a full-time Preconstruction Estimator to manage the estimating process for assigned projects and support preconstruction work across sectors. The role prepares cost plans, value engineering and project budgets with owners, design consultants and project managers. Post-secondary education in engineering, architecture or construction management plus 5-10 years of experience is required.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage estimating process for assigned projects
  • Produce quantity take-offs and price labour, materials and equipment
  • Develop cost plans, value engineering and project budgets
  • Create bid packages and oversee tendering
  • Identify and quantify project risks

Requirements summary:

  • Post-secondary degree or diploma in engineering, architecture or construction management
  • 5-10 years of estimating or related experience
  • Experience with estimating software and Microsoft Office
  • Managerial experience is an asset
  • Gold Seal or E.T. certification preferred

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Disability insurance
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2024-11-01
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-10-16

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentBusiness operations
Experience5+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Work settingOffice
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsGold Seal Certification
EducationBachelor’s degree (preferred), College diploma (required)
Fields of studyEngineering, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Electrical Engineering

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Alberici Canada

FieldValue
HeadquartersSt. Louis
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Job description

Short Description:

Alberici Constructors Ltd. is seeking a Preconstruction Estimator to join our growing team! This role is responsible for managing the estimating process for assigned projects and supporting preconstruction efforts across a variety of sectors.

ABOUT ALBERICI

Alberici Constructors, Ltd. is part of Alberici Corporation, a $4-billion North American construction firm recently ranked 31st largest General Contractor in Engineering News Record.

Operating in the Canadian construction industry since 1908, Alberici has served countless communities through the development of infrastructure, food manufactories and energy centers amongst others. At Alberici, we are proud of the quality of life our buildings bring to families throughout North America. Working at Alberici means satisfaction in knowing the work we do improves the lives of others. In turn, we continually invest in the development of our employees to provide them with fulfilling careers.

We build the critical structures that improve lives and strengthen communities.

Our mission is simple — and our approach to delivering on it is equally straightforward. We are as open and honest with our employees and partners as we are with our clients. We are here to work together to do the best work possible to bring this mission to life.

When it comes to our team, Alberici employees are built differently. We seek the best and brightest and are committed to investing in our people and providing the training and resources they need to learn, grow, and advance.

Are you Built for the Challenge?

Our values:

Working Safely

Valuing Diversity

Serving Humbly

Executing with Integrity

Solving Creatively

Engaging Fully

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Preconstruction Estimator is responsible for managing the estimating process for assigned projects or for portions of a project requiring special expertise. This role works closely with the owner, design consultant and project manager to prepare cost plans, undertake value engineering, complete cost saving exercises and develop the project budget. The Preconstruction Estimator will follow ACL estimating and quality procedures and adhere to the Alberici Subcontractor Fairness Policy.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain positive working relationships with owners and their agents.
  • Produce detailed quantity take-offs and price labour, material and equipment portions of estimates.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers/subcontractors to ensure competitive pricing.
  • Manage the estimating process including site conditions, safety requirements, and interpretation of drawings/specifications.
  • Identify and quantify potential project risks and assist management with risk analysis.

Pre-Construction Procurement

  • Lead internal construction project start-up meetings and administrative setup.
  • Develop procurement plans, labour/equipment forecasts, logistics plans, and project risk registers.
  • Create bid packages including scopes of work, drawings, and specifications.
  • Monitor and maintain preconstruction schedules.
  • Participate in design, constructability, and value engineering reviews.
  • Prepare and manage project budgets and estimates during design development.
  • Oversee tendering, risk assessment, and award recommendation processes.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Strong communication and presentation skills.
  • Ability to interpret technical documents and instructions.
  • Proficiency in mathematical concepts and problem-solving.
  • Ability to manage time and activities efficiently.
  • Experience with estimating software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Post-secondary degree/diploma in Engineering, Architecture, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Construction Management or related field plus 5-10 years experience.
  • Managerial experience is considered an asset.
  • Experience in various contract models including design-bid-build and progressive design-build is preferred.

Certificates, Licences, Registrations

  • E.T, Gold Seal Certification in Estimating and/or Project Management is preferred.

Alberici is a North American company with multiple Operating Companies:

Alberici Constructors, Inc., Alberici Constructors, LTD., Alberici Construcciones, BRC, CAS Constructors, Filanc, Flintco, Hillsdale Fabricators, Kienlen Constructors, and WWPS

Artificial intelligence–enabled tools may have been used in the preparation and drafting of this job posting for the purposes of content development and clarity. No artificial intelligence systems are used at any stage of the recruitment, assessment, screening, interviewing, or selection process. All hiring decisions are made exclusively by authorized human representatives of the organization.

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