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AMAN ALAMPURIA CONSTRUCTION LTD

Location:
Canada, Sherwood Park

Category:
Construction

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Job Description:

AMAN Builders is looking to add a hardworking, enthusiastic Senior Estimator to our Team. The Senior Estimator is responsible for preparing and/or coordinating the preparation of full cost estimates on conceptual, design-build and general tender work.

Job Responsibility:

Preparing and/or coordinating the preparation of full cost estimates on conceptual, design-build or general tender work
Preparing materials, labour and equipment cost estimations necessary to successfully carry out a construction project according to proposals, plans, estimates and specifications
Preparing and maintaining a list of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors
Advising on proposal procedures to follow
Studying and analyzing proposals received
Recommending/rejecting proposals and negotiating contracts
Establishing unit costs, labour rates, productivity factors and location impacts
Evaluating and recommending allowances for indirect costs, design unknowns, escalation and contingency
Presenting estimates and conducting review meetings with clients
Participating and coordinating company risk and opportunity evaluation with clients
Reviewing proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate
Preparing estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work
Maintaining files of working documents as back-up for estimate figures, including current information on prices from suppliers through direct contact, sales brochures and price lists
Supporting other department personnel as required which may include preparing estimates for other disciplines
Reviewing design options and recommending best solution based on cost, engineering quality, or availability of materials
Effectively determining the bid strategies required for the company to be successful
Assisting corporate and project management teams to determine what types of projects to bid on
Reviewing all final estimate packages to ensure accuracy and completeness, prior to formal quotation
Participating in presentations to management and clients. May be responsible for “closing the sale”
Providing technical assistance in negotiating contracts, change orders, etc. as required
Assisting in the preparation of studies, materials and methods, recommendations, and cost estimates as required

Requirements:

A minimum of 5 years experience in a cost estimation role is required
Commercial construction experience is preferred
Post-secondary diploma in a related field would be considered an asset
Must possess strong communication skills, both verbally and written
Ability to read and interpret building specifications, blueprints and as-builts
Must possess the mathematical and analytical skills necessary to develop material estimates, labour estimate and interpret job costing reports
Ability to use cost-estimating software to prepare coat quotes and bids
Demonstrated ability to train, coach, motivate evaluate and improve others performance
Ability to build and foster positive, productive and long-lasting relationships with coworkers, clients, sub-contractors, suppliers and vendors
Results orientated with the ability to interpret and effectively manage multiple and competing priorities and timelines
Proven ability to take initiative and confirm the accuracy of information that is sent and received
Possess highly effective negotiation, diplomatic and conflict resolution skills
Superb facilitation of meetings, feedback sessions and briefing in order to create consensus among stakeholders
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Project
Must have a proven ability to take initiative and be respectful of diversity

What we offer:

competitive salary
comprehensive benefits package with RRSP matching
exciting and challenging work environment
company culture that values Self-Motivation, Relationships, Challenge and Team

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Job Posted:
December 06, 2025

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