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About the role

Aecon Utilities is looking for an Estimator to support accurate, timely pricing for utility infrastructure projects. In this role, you will prepare organized estimates, budgets, and schedules while helping manage project risk and monitoring financial performance after contract award.

The work sits within Aecon’s broader infrastructure business, which delivers complex transportation, energy, industrial, nuclear, and utility projects across North America and internationally. The organization emphasizes safety, integrity, accountability, and inclusion as core values.

Key responsibilities

Prepare complete and timely cost estimates for assigned projects.
Review drawings, specifications, addenda, proposals, and related tender documents before pricing.
Communicate with clients in writing and verbally on estimate-related matters.
Visit project sites before preparing pricing when required.
Work with operations teams to gather project input.
Complete quantity take-offs from construction drawings where applicable.
Collect supplier pricing and include it in the estimate.
Build tender pricing across labour, equipment, materials, rentals, and subcontractors.
Ensure tender submissions are accurate, complete, and well organized.
Coordinate document distribution after award and support project handoff.
Track, forecast, and report weekly on awarded project performance and support month-end reconciliation.
Manage scope changes, invoicing, and progress payment activities.
Maintain project files and correspondence for active and closed jobs.
Provide technical support to field teams and partner with operations to improve outcomes.
Support estimating process discipline, consistency, and compliance with internal procedures.
Complete post-bid and post-project analysis and help communicate lessons learned.
Assist with RFPs, general contract tenders, prequalification packages, RFQs, and RFIs.
Follow Aecon risk management policies and protect proprietary information.
Maintain estimating systems and support training of new team members.
Help update department policies, processes, standards, and KPI reporting.
Perform additional duties as needed.

Requirements

Diploma or degree in Civil, Construction, or Electrical studies.
At least 5 years of estimating experience in the utility sector.
Strong ability to interpret construction drawings and contract documents.
Working knowledge of contract terms and conditions, including bonding requirements.
Understanding of job cost fundamentals and basic accounting/reporting is an asset.
Highly organized and self-directed with strong time management skills.
Proficiency with MS Excel, Word, Project, P6, and estimating software.
Clear verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to remain accurate and effective under pressure.
Comfort working flexible hours to meet deadlines when needed.
Willingness to be based on major remote projects during construction.
Team-oriented approach and ability to collaborate effectively.
Valid driver’s licence and ability to travel as required.

Additional information

This position is a replacement hire. The expected compensation range is $80,000 to $110,000 per year, with final pay influenced by location, education, experience, specialized skills, certifications, training, and the scope of the role.

Company values and inclusion

Aecon places safety first and also emphasizes integrity, accountability, and inclusion. The company aims to create respectful, collaborative workplaces and supports employee development through learning programs, tuition support, leadership training, and broader inclusion initiatives.

Aecon is committed to equal opportunity hiring and will provide accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process in line with applicable accessibility requirements. The company may use AI tools to assist with candidate screening, while final hiring decisions remain with Aecon team members.

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