Estimator - Alberta (Remote)

About the Company

Genesis Building Controls was founded in 2013 inside a large electrical contracting firm and has operated as an independent entity since 2017. With over 20 years of trade experience, Genesis has grown into one of British Columbia's leading controls and building integration companies. With expansion active in Metro Vancouver and now Alberta, Genesis serves hi-rise, commercial, institutional, residential, industrial, and healthcare clients. Long relationships with mechanical contractors, consulting engineers, and building owners across BC have been the foundation of the firm's growth.

Core Values

Outstanding customer service through professional excellence, guaranteed workmanship, innovative technology, competitive pricing, and efficient scheduling — held to the highest standards of safety and environmental protection. Integrity, dedication, and ethical practice with clients, suppliers, and staff.

About the Role

The Estimator turns Genesis's opportunity flow into priced bids. Working under the Lead Estimator, this seat carries the day-to-day craft of estimating — quantity takeoffs, pricing buildups, subcontractor coordination, and bid-package preparation — across Genesis's project pipeline. It anchors Genesis's estimating presence in Alberta as the regional launch establishes operations. The role is remote in Alberta with quarterly travel to Kelowna headquarters, structured under a 90-day launch onboarding that builds toward independent regional bid preparation with Lead Estimator co-sign.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed bid packages on assigned pursuits, following Genesis's pricing methodology, templates, and standards.
• Conduct quantity takeoffs from project drawings, specifications, and consulting engineer documentation.
• Build labour, material, equipment, and subcontractor cost buildups using Genesis's pricing libraries.
• Read drawings and specs in depth; identify scope assumptions, exclusions, and ambiguities before they become commitment risk.
• Issue requests for quote to approved subcontractors and suppliers; evaluate returned bids and recommend selections.
• Field bid clarification questions from clients, general contractors, and consulting engineers on assigned pursuits.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site walkthroughs as Genesis's technical and pricing voice.
• Present completed bid packages to the Lead Estimator for review and final pricing commitment.
• Participate in post-close margin review to turn variance into methodology insight.
• Support bid-to-kickoff handoff with the regional Project Manager on awarded projects.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of estimating experience in building controls, BMS, mechanical, electrical, or an adjacent construction trade.
• Working knowledge of construction methods, materials, and labour costs in the Alberta market.
• Proficiency reading and interpreting construction blueprints, specifications, and consulting engineer drawings.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills with rigorous attention to detail.
• Proficiency with estimating software (Procore, Bluebeam, Sage Estimating, or equivalent).
• Clear written and verbal communication; ability to translate between field, engineering, and client audiences.
• Negotiation skills and sound judgment on subcontractor bid evaluation.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting while maintaining communication discipline with head office.
• Dedicated home office with reliable high-speed internet; based in Greater Calgary preferred.
• Valid Canadian driver's license and access to reliable transportation.

Preferred

• Post-secondary education in construction management, engineering, or related field.
• Prior controls-trade or BMS estimating experience.
• Established network of mechanical contractors, consulting engineers, and building owners in Alberta.

Salary Range

• $80,000 to $95,000, commensurate with experience

Please forward a resume to [email protected]