Senior Estimator, Pipelines (Calgary, AB)

• Analyze and interpret project plans, alignment sheets, specifications, and contract documents to develop accurate cost estimates for pipeline projects.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and pricing using estimating software and databases.
• Lead the preparation of bid proposals for large-scale oil and gas pipeline projects, ensuring accuracy and compliance with client requirements.
• Collaborate with project teams, procurement, and subcontractors to obtain pricing and validate cost assumptions.
• Assess risks, constraints, and opportunities associated with project estimates, including terrain, access, seasonal, and right-of-way considerations, and recommend strategies for cost optimization.
• Review historical data and market trends to develop unit pricing, crew productivity rates, and cost benchmarks.
• Work closely with the procurement team to evaluate vendor and subcontractor bids.
• Support value engineering efforts to optimize project costs while maintaining quality and performance standards.
• Assist in post-bid negotiations, scope clarifications, and contract award processes.
• Maintain and update cost databases, ensuring alignment with current industry pricing and trends.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior estimators and other team members.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, and client presentations as required.

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field (preferred).
• Professional certifications such as Certified Professional Estimator (CPE) or membership in AACE International.

• 7+ years of experience in estimating, preferably in large-scale oil and gas pipeline projects.
• Strong understanding of pipeline construction methods, materials, labor productivity, and equipment costs.
• Proficiency in estimating software such as Hard Dollar, or similar tools.
• Familiarity with project scheduling software (Primavera P6, TILOS) is an asset.
• Experience working with different contract types, including lump sum, unit rate, and cost-plus contracts.

• Understanding of the oil and gas pipeline construction industry.
• Ability to read and understand relevant construction documents including contracts, drawings, specifications, subcontracts.
• Understanding of estimating & project management theories, methodologies and industry practices.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and organizational skills for client, vendor and internal facing discussions.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite.

Department: Commercial
This is a permanent position