Who We Are:
Alstar Group of Companies Ltd. has provided quality construction services to the oil and gas industry since 1969. Based in Calgary, with projects across Western Canada, we are leaders in turn-key new construction, maintenance, prefabrication, and modular construction services.
Who You Are:
Are you a detail-oriented Estimator eager to develop your skills and contribute to high-quality energy construction projects? Join our Estimating team and play a key role in gathering data and preparing cost estimates that help drive project success across the oil and gas sector.
Ideal candidates have excellent attention to detail, effective communication skills, and are dedicated to bid initiation, determining project scope, and pricing for various projects.
Here’s what we offer you:
Competitive compensation
Total Rewards Program
Extended health care plan including medical, dental, vision, and mental health services
Three weeks of vacation annually.
Group RRSP
Group Life - AD&D - Critical Illness Insurance
Paid safety orientations
Great company culture and environment
Areas to grow within the organization, opportunities for growth
Recognition of achievements and contributions
What We're looking for from you- If this describes you, we'd love to meet!
Construction, fabrication, or engineering direct or related experience.
Minimum 10 years of experience estimating in the oil and gas construction industry, with a focus on fabrication and field construction
Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and equipment used in oil and gas projects
Proficiency in estimation software and tools (e.g., Bluebeam, Navisworks, MS Office, Google Sheets).
Exceptional analytical and mathematical skills with attention to detail
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple estimates simultaneously.
Proven track record of delivering accurate and competitive estimates on complex projects
Professional certifications (e.g., AACE, PMI) are an asset
Duties:
Review Client RFP documents, including Scope of Work, and determine Alstar's role in the project
Communicate with third parties to determine their scope and pricing for various projects
Gather quantity takeoffs, third-party RFQs, and Alstar Labour and Equipment plans to create budgets
Complete estimates ranging from $1MM to over $50MM
Review Alstar Proposal and Construction Execution Plans for submission, ensuring quality and completeness of all required tender documents
Coordinate estimating team members on quantity take-offs and subcontractor requests for quotes
Collaborate on preliminary construction schedules with internal and external stakeholders
Handover awarded jobs to Project Managers and lead handover meetings
Ensure timely proposal submission and manage post-bid clarifications
Collaborate closely with Senior Management, Project Managers, and Construction Managers
Complete estimates for Labour, Equipment, and Materials (LEM), and review with management
Conduct thorough cost analysis of materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractor services
Identify and assess potential risks and develop strategies to mitigate them within the estimation process
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry standards, trends, and best practices to ensure accurate and competitive pricing
Present and justify estimates to senior management, clients, and stakeholders in bid review meetings
