Who We Are

Alstar Group of Companies Ltd. has been providing quality construction services to the oil and gas industry since 1969. Located in Calgary, with projects throughout Western Canada, we are a leader in the oil and gas industry for turn-key new construction, maintenance and prefabrication and modular construction services.

Who You Are:

Are you a results-oriented Estimator with a strategic focus, looking to work directly with clients? Join our growing Estimating team to deliver industry-leading energy construction services for employees, clients, and the community.

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 contribution

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

Responsibilities:

• 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 $100MM
• 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