# Estimator

> Spirit Omega Inc · Edmonton, Canada · Contract · Posted 2026-06-18

**Salary:** CAD 115,000–137,000

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

Our client is seeking a FT Estimator Alberta to support the Transmission Program Management team.

Essential duties and responsibilities

-   Develop conceptual, preliminary, and detailed cost estimates for transmission projects, including overhead and underground lines, substations, and asset replacement or upgrade programs
-   Review engineering drawings, technical specifications, standards, and scopes of work to support estimate development
-   Complete detailed quantity take-offs and determine labour, equipment, and material requirements
-   Apply standardized estimating methodologies, unit rates, and historical cost data
-   Identify estimating assumptions, cost drivers, risks, and uncertainties, including development of escalation and contingency allowances
-   Collaborate with Engineering and Construction to assess constructability, sequencing, and execution strategies
-   Support capital budget development, business case preparation, and Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC) filings
-   Review contractor estimates, tender submissions, and change orders for scope completeness and cost reasonableness
-   Maintain estimating databases, cost models, and estimating documentation
-   Prepare and maintain Basis of Estimate documentation, including inclusions, exclusions, and assumptions
-   Participate in post-project reviews to improve estimating accuracy and processes
-   Other duties that may be assigned consistent with the job description

## Requirements

-   Strong understanding of transmission and substation project execution, including construction means and methods
-   Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation
-   Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
-   Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
-   Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams
-   Strong attention to detail and documentation practices
-   Proficiency with estimating tools and spreadsheets (specific tools to align with company standards)
-   Valid Class 5 Driver’s License for field visits within Edmonton
-   **Diploma or degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or a related discipline**
-   **Intermediate Level: 5–7 years of estimating experience in electric transmission, power utilities, or heavy civil infrastructure**
-   **Senior Level: 8+ years of relevant estimating experience with demonstrated leadership capability**
-   **Proven experience estimating high-voltage transmission and/or substation projects**
-   **Professional designation (P.Eng., C.E.T., or equivalent) is considered an asset**
-   **Experience in a regulated transmission utility environment and familiarity with AUC capital governance processes is considered an asset**

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