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Senior Estimator
Location: 10005 Enterprise Way SE, Calgary, AB
Hours: Full‑time, Monday–Friday (40 hrs/week)
Compensation: $80,000-$110,000(commensurate with experience)
Reports to: General Manager
Start Date: May 2026
 

About the Role

As a Senior Estimator, you will play a critical role in preparing accurate, competitive cost estimates for structural steel tenders. You will review and interpret bid documents, develop conceptual budgets, and produce detailed design‑build and hard‑bid estimates. Your work directly supports informed bid/no‑bid decisions and contributes to Glenmore’s overall estimating strategy and project success.

 

Why Join Glenmore Fabricators?

Founded in 2000, Glenmore Fabricators is a trusted leader in Alberta’s structural steel industry, delivering complex commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects. We offer:

  • Career growth — opportunities for interested candidates to expand their experience to other roles in the company

  • Professional development — work alongside seasoned PMs, engineers, and field teams

  • Competitive compensation & benefits — including RSP matching

  • Work–life balance — short Fridays to support personal time

  • A strong culture — community involvement, employee‑led charity initiatives, and a collaborative team environment

We’re proud of our work and even prouder of the people who make it happen.

 

Key Responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced estimator with a strong background in structural steel or construction. Reporting to the General Manager, the Senior Estimator will:

  • Review tender requests and coordinate with Senior Management on bid/no‑bid decisions

  • Notify applicable subtrades (e.g., joist supply, deck install) to ensure complete bid coverage

  • Schedule and coordinate quote start‑up and close‑out meetings

  • Review project specifications and identify scope deviations

  • Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and cost estimates in accordance with company procedures

  • Obtain pricing for materials and special‑order items

  • Consult with drafting, shop, and field teams to validate assumptions and constructability

  • Prepare and submit quote letters, bid forms, and pre‑qualification documents

  • Prepare and submit tender RFIs within required timelines

  • Support continuous improvement of estimating systems and processes

  • Maintain awareness of market trends, vendor activity, and competitor pricing

  • Follow up on submitted quotes and maintain the master quote log

  • Participate in pre‑award and award meetings

  • Set up awarded projects and lead handoff meetings to ensure clear transfer of scope and assumptions

  • Support active projects by pricing change orders

  • Capture and apply lessons learned to improve future estimating accuracy

 

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Minimum 3 years of structural steel estimating experience or 5 years in the construction industry

  • Proficiency with Bluebeam and Microsoft Excel

  • Strong ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, schedules, and cost reports

  • Solid understanding of construction processes and applicable building codes

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Strong time management, organization, and problem‑solving abilities

  • High attention to detail and accuracy

  • Effective negotiation skills with vendors, subtrades, and clients

Candidates who may not meet every requirement but demonstrate drive, aptitude, and long‑term commitment are encouraged to apply.

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • CET, P.Eng., or E.I.T. designation

 

Working Conditions

This is an in‑office role. Remote work is not available for this position.

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