Multi discipline Estimator

Join Our Team as a Commercial Estimator/Scheduler

Come and join our dynamic and busy team at Capital Building Maintenance & Restoration. We're seeking an experienced Estimator/Scheduler to support diverse commercial renovation projects, including restaurants, retail spaces and other high-profile commercial builds across Western Canada. You'll contribute to landmark projects through innovation and collaboration and technical precision, while growing your career in a supportive environment alongside dedicated team members.

About the Role

As a Commercial Estimator/Scheduler, you will lead planning, estimating, and scheduling for commercial renovation projects, ensuring accuracy, cost efficiency, timeline adherence and alignment with client needs. You'll collaborate with owner, team members, site leads, subcontractors and clients leveraging tools like Bluebeam Revu and Builder trend. A key focus will be on strong communication to ensure timely deliverables, including material takeoffs for all trades to support price checking and budget creation for subcontractors.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and estimate commercial renovation projects (primarily restaurants/QSR, retail and tenant improvements) across Western Canada, including detailed material takeoffs, labour scheduling and cost breakdowns.
• Use Bluebeam Revu to perform accurate takeoffs for trades (e.g., electrical, carpentry, tiling, HVAC, plumbing) to help with price checking, creating budgets for sub trades and converting data into accurate labour hours, material quantities and project schedules.
• Develop computer-generated Gantt charts and manage subcontractor schedules to meet tight project timelines and deadlines.
• Source materials and labour by contacting wholesalers and subcontractors, securing competitive pricing for cost-effective bids.
• Utilize Builder trend to share estimates, collaborate with teams, track project progress and streamline workflows.
• Read and interpret construction drawings (architectural, structural, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, etc.) to prepare accurate and comprehensive quotes.
• Engage with clients to ensure estimates reflect specifications, budgets, and timelines.
• Follow up on quotations, verify quote vs. invoice pricing, and coordinate timely material deliveries.
• Schedule manpower, equipment and resources; proactively communicate any delays or adjustments to clients and team members.
• Prepare progress reports for management, outlining strategies to boost efficiency, profitability and process improvements.
• Provide clear recommendations and reports on whether to preform scopes of work in-house or sub out to subcontractors, based on cost, capacity and quality factors.
• Actively secure placement on new bids-lists, bidding platforms and tende3r opportunities to expand project pipeline.

Qualifications & Skills

To succeed in this role, you will bring the following skills and experience:

• Education/Experience: 2-year technical degree (or equivalent), in a construction-related field, preferably with a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field, OR minimum 5+ years of hands-on experience estimating multidisciplinary commercial renovation projects (must include tenant improvements, QSR/fast food restaurants and retail fit-outs).

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Bluebeam Revu for takeoffs, scheduling, and measurements (required).
• Familiarity with Builder trend for project management and collaboration (strongly preferred; training available if required).
• Experience with other takeoff software (e.g., Plan Swift, ProEst, Square Takeoff) is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and G-Suite.
• Market Knowledge: Extensive experience preparing competitive quotes for commercial renovations in Edmonton, Calgary, and Vancouver, with solid knowledge of local labour rates and material pricing trends.
• Subcontractor Management: Established network of subcontractors in Western Canada; demonstrated ability to source, negotiate and coordinate effectively.
• Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to interact professionally with clients, subcontractors and team members. Ensure clear and timely deliverables. Highly organized with strong administrative skills for managing documents, schedules and reports with proven ability to meet strict deadlines consistently.

Other Requirements

• Must reside in Edmonton or surrounding areas. Required for occasional site visits/meetings. (reliable commute or relocation required before start)
• Current valid driver's license and reliable transport.
• Self-motivated and solution focused, with long-term career mindset and proactive approach to business development
• Fluent in English (written & verbal required).

Job Details

• Job Type: Full-time or Contractor (Monday–Friday, 8-hour shifts).
• Location: Must reside in Edmonton or surrounding areas.
• Compensation: Starting at $85,000 annually (based on experience) Negotiable, based on experience. Eligible for performance based bonus structure (tied to new client acquired, contracts awarded, ability to learn new skills and being a team player.)
• Experience Required: 5+ years in multi-trade estimating for commercial projects. (tenant improvements, QSR, retail focus preferred)
• Language: English (required).

Why Join Capital Building Maintenance & Restoration INC?

• Tackle exciting, high visibility restaurant/QSR, retail and tenant improvement renovation projects across Western Canada's thriving commercial sector.
• Leverage modern tools like Bluebeam Revu and Builder trend to deliver precise impactful results.
• Advance your career in a collaborative, innovative environment that values growth and input from every team member, along with earnings potential enhanced through bonuses.

How to Apply

Submit your resume, cover letter, and relevant work samples (e.g., sample takeoffs, schedules, or cost estimates)

In your cover letter, highlight:

• Your specific experience with commercial renovations in Edmonton, Calgary, or Vancouver. (including tenant improvements, QSR and retail).
• Your proficiency in Bluebeam Revu for takeoffs and scheduling.
• Your knowledge of Western Canada labour, material markets and regional pricing.
• Your experience with Builder trend (or similar)Building subcontractor networks and proactively securing bid opportunities.

Capital Building Maintenance & Restoration is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from diverse candidates across Western Canada

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $85,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Edmonton, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Do you have experience estimating tenant improvements (TI) QSR/fast-food or retail fit-outs in Western Canada? Briefly describe 1-2 examples (project types, locations).
• How comfortable are you using microsoft and google workspace (Excel, Word, Gmail, Docs, Sheets)?
• What is your experience with Builder trend (or similar estimating/project software)?
• Briefly describe how you've sourced new subcontractors or gotten on bid lists (linkedin, social media, platforms like Merx).
• Do you live in Edmonton or surrounding areas?
• What is your proficiency level with Bluebeam Revu for material takeoffs and scheduling?

Education:

• AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)

Experience:

• construction estimating: 5 years (required)

Work Location: In person