Construction Estimator Join Our Team at Strategic Group Ready to grow your career with one of Canada’s leading privately held real estate companies? At Strategic Group, we create spaces where people, businesses, and communities thrive. About Us At Strategic Group, our purpose is simple: Learning. Growing. Having Fun. We bring this ethos to life by innovatively envisioning, creating, owning, and operating real estate that transforms spaces and redefines possibilities. As a fully integrated real estate company, we specialize in owning, managing, leasing, developing, and re-developing properties. Our entrepreneurial spirit and innovative thinking have made us a Canadian industry leader in office-to-residential conversions, completing more successful conversions than anyone else in the country. This focus is a driving force in our development business and reflects our commitment to creatively reimagining what’s possible. Our real estate portfolio spans high-end residential developments and commercial properties. Beyond real estate, our business interests include corporate finance and other industries, enabling us to deliver diverse and impactful solutions for our tenants, partners, and communities. Guided by our mantra, “Creating value others can’t, by seeing what others don’t,” we take pride in crafting unique solutions that leave a lasting legacy. Our Values At Strategic Group, our values guide everything we do: • Team Player: We foster a supportive, accountable, and drama-free workplace where integrity and respect guide every interaction. • Innovative: Creativity and unconventional thinking are at the heart of what we do, helping us uncover opportunities others might miss. • Growth-Oriented: We are tenacious and passionate, thriving on challenges and embracing learning as we pursue new opportunities. • Optimistic: With a positive mindset and solution-oriented approach, we tackle obstacles as opportunities to learn, grow, and have fun. If you’re ready to join a team that thinks boldly, acts innovatively, and works collaboratively, we’d love to hear from you! Position Overview We are seeking a detail oriented, proactive, and results driven Construction Estimator to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of construction costing and will be responsible for preparing accurate project estimates, analyzing drawings and specifications, evaluating subcontractor pricing, and supporting capital project delivery through reliable budgeting, cost forecasting, and financial analysis.
Key Responsibilities • Prepare detailed cost estimates for capital projects, tenant improvements, and building upgrades across the portfolio • Analyze drawings, specifications, and project documents to determine scope, quantities, and pricing assumptions • Solicit, evaluate, and compare subcontractor and supplier bids • Develop conceptual, schematic, and pre-construction budgets for feasibility analysis • Identify cost risks and recommend value engineering opportunities • Maintain and update unit cost databases and historical pricing benchmarks • Collaborate with development, project management, and finance teams to align budgets with project objectives • Support procurement planning and assist with tender documentation • Track estimate changes and maintain clear documentation of assumptions and revisions • Provide cost reports and presentations for leadership decision-making Qualifications • Post-secondary education in Construction Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a related field with demonstrated experience in construction cost analysis and budgeting • 2–5 years of estimating experience in commercial, residential, or mixed-use construction • Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and pricing structures in the market • Experience preparing estimates at multiple design stages (conceptual through IFC) • Proficiency in estimating software and advanced Excel skills • Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and contracts accurately • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills • Effective communicator with the ability to work cross-functionally with development, operations, and finance teams • Experience with developer-led projects or property portfolios is an asset Our Culture & Benefits At Strategic Group, we’re committed to helping you build a career you’re excited about. If you’re passionate about working with a dynamic, motivated team in a fast-paced environment, please submit your resume and cover letter today, and join us in making an impact. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and celebrate diversity in all its forms. Our inclusive workplace ensures every employee feels valued and empowered to bring their best self to work. As part of the Strategic Group team, you’ll enjoy a competitive compensation package, including an extended health and dental benefits plan, company events, flex days, and more. This position is based in Calgary, Alberta. Applicants must be located in Calgary or the surrounding area. We appreciate all applications, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
