Location:  Edmonton, Alberta

Position:  Permanent / Full Time / Day

Reporting to: Manager, Fabrication Estimating

Positions Available: 1

Posting Closing Date: January 31, 2025

Waiward is a respected construction and maintenance service provider that operates one of Canada’s largest fabrication shops based out of Edmonton, Alberta. Our mission is To Be Your Trusted Partner which ensures we act with integrity in all that we do. Through planned growth and development, we have kept our commitment to provide our customers with an unsurpassed level of service. Waiward’s historical and future success is grounded in our collective commitment to our core values.

At Waiward, we believe a diverse and inclusive workplace is the key to unlocking the full potential of our people. It is essential to build a team that represents the communities and clients we are serving. We attract, hire, and develop people of all backgrounds and ensure fairness and inclusion within our hiring processes. We believe in investing in people based on their expertise, capabilities, aspirations, and performance despite their race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, and beliefs.

As a leader in our industry, we believe diversity and inclusion strengthen our team and are committed to making sustainable progress in our company and the communities and clients we serve. With the support of our leadership team and peers, our people are encouraged to share their perspectives.

Job Purpose

The Estimator is a critical position within Waiward.  Estimators are responsible for evaluating bid specifications and drawings, while ensuring that we know what’s required to successfully bid and win a project.  Estimators also work with the Project Management teams to follow-up on bids and budgets to close on business.

• Displays a commitment to Waiward’s incident-free vision, values, and culture.
• Exercises due diligence in review of Request for Quotation documents.
• Communicates with clients the process of developing tenders according to the clients specifications.
• Prepares detailed material take-offs and cost estimates as per company standards.
• Prepares and submit tenders in accordance with company standards.
• Follows company procedures for verification and checking of bids.
• Confirms capacities with Waiward’s Production and Drafting to meet project schedules.
• Assists in bid-IFC drawing price comparisons.
• Participates in project post mortems to analyze bid vs. actual.
• Partakes in pre-award negotiations to ensure that contracts offered comply with the terms and conditions.
• Assists in the development of project execution strategy.
• Develops and maintains client relations.
• Follows-up on quotations to determine status.
• Assists in Contract Change Notice (CCN) pricing as requested.
• Performs Project Management duties as requested.

• 3+ years of experience within the Steel Industry required.
• Post-Secondary training is considered an asset.
• A team player who is self-motivated and has strong attention to detail.
• Exceptional organizational and multi-tasking skills that are complemented by effective interpersonal, oral and written communication.
• Proficient in MS Office software.
• 3D modelling/viewing (ie. Navisworks, Tekla, etc.) an added benefit.
• Adaptable and flexible.

Working Conditions

The incumbent is required to work in an office environment with moderate noise. The job may require the incumbent to walk stairs; be outside in inclement weather (slippery surfaces and cold); carrying objects, driving and being exposed to normal office routines.

Physical Requirements

The incumbent is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; viewing a computer terminal for extended periods of time; and extensive reading. The incumbent is also required to stand and sit for extended periods of time.

Direct Reports

None

*Waiward is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.