ROLE
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Estimator to join our Estimating team. This is a critical role that directly supports Allteck’s business development and project win strategy. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing accurate, competitive, and profitable cost estimates for transmission line, distribution, and substation construction projects across Western Canada.
The Estimator works closely with the PMO, proposals, operations, procurement, and executive leadership to develop bids that reflect Allteck’s technical capabilities, cost structure, and commitment to safety. This is a high-impact role for someone who understands the powerline industry from the ground up — and who takes pride in building estimates that win work and sets projects up for success.
Responsibilities
- Prepare comprehensive cost estimates for transmission (69 kV to 500 kV), distribution, substation, and underground cable projects from tender documents, drawings, and specifications
- Perform quantity take-offs for materials, labour, equipment, and subcontracted scopes of work
- Develop detailed construction work plans, crew compositions, and productivity assumptions to support cost modelling
- Identify, solicit, and evaluate subcontractor and material supplier quotations
- Prepare bid submissions, including pricing schedules, unit rate breakdowns, clarifications, and assumptions
- Manage multiple concurrent estimates to meet tender deadlines without compromising accuracy
- Conduct thorough risk assessments for each bid, including site conditions, access, environmental considerations, and schedule constraints
- Work with subject matter experts to develop project execution strategies that balance competitiveness with margin protection
- Participate in bid review and go/no-go assessments, providing input on project risk, resource availability, and strategic fit
- Analyze tender results and competitor pricing to inform future estimating strategy
- Liaise with clients, owners’ engineers, and project managers during the tender process to clarify scope and resolve technical questions
- Participate in pre-bid site visits and meetings to gather field intelligence that informs the estimate
- Lead internal estimate review meetings and present bids to senior leadership for approval
- Support seamless handover of awarded projects to the operations team, ensuring estimating assumptions are clearly communicated and understood
- Maintain and update estimating databases, unit rate libraries, and historical cost benchmarks
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of estimating tools, templates, and processes
- Track tender outcomes and maintain win/loss records to support business development reporting
- Stay current with industry trends, material pricing, labour market conditions, and regulatory changes that affect project costs
Education, Training & Experience
· Minimum 5 years of estimating experience in the electrical utility, transmission, or powerline construction industry
· Demonstrated experience estimating high-voltage transmission line and/or distribution projects (overhead and/or underground)
· Strong understanding of powerline construction methods, crew structures, equipment, and productivity rates
· Proven ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, geotechnical reports, environmental assessments, and contract documents
· Exceptional analytical and mathematical ability with a strong attention to detail
· Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel expertise is essential)
· Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver accurate estimates under time pressure
· Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel to project sites for pre-bid visits
Skills & Abilities
· Quantity take-off and cost modelling
· Contract and specification interpretation
· Construction methodology and sequencing with material and equipment pricing
· Collaboration & cross-functional teamwork
· Subcontractor & supplier management
· Commercial acumen & business judgment
· Collaboration & cross-functional teamwork
· Clear written and verbal communication
· Attention to detail & accuracy under pressure
· Self-motivation & deadline management
Pay: $100,000.00-$120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Wellness program
Work Location: In person
