The Construction Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate and timely cost estimates to support customer quotations and internal decision-making. This role works closely with operations, sales, and technical teams to analyze scope, labour, materials, and timelines, ensuring estimates align with operational capabilities and customer expectations. The Estimator plays a key role in supporting profitable growth while maintaining SMS Equipment’s commitment to safety, quality, and customer service.
Work Location: Fort McMurray, AB
Annual Salary: $140,000 - $155,000 per annum
Work Arrangement: Fixed on site
Schedule: Monday – Friday
What You’ll Do
- Prepare detailed cost estimates for remanufacturing / component rebuild / repair work based on drawings, specifications, and inspection reports.
- Analyze labour, material, overhead, and subcontractor costs to develop accurate pricing.
- Review customer RFQs and clarify scope, assumptions, and exclusions as required.
- Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Sales, and Supply Chain to validate estimates and timelines.
- Maintain estimating data, pricing tools, and historical cost information to improve accuracy.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives related to estimating processes and tools.
- Ensure all estimating activities comply with company safety, quality, and operational standards.
What You Bring
You are a detail‑driven professional with experience in an estimator or cost‑analysis role within an industrial, manufacturing, construction, or heavy equipment environment. You bring a strong understanding of labour, material, and production costs, along with the ability to analyze scope, collaborate across teams, and deliver accurate estimates that support operational and commercial decision‑making — all while maintaining a strong commitment to safety and quality.
- HET Journeyperson or equivalent in experience (3+ years)
- Experience preparing detailed cost estimates, including labour and material costing
- Knowledgeable in production processes and pricing structures
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and experience using ERP or estimating systems
- Analytical, organizational, and time‑management skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with Operations, Sales, Engineering, and Supply Chain
Assets:
- Post‑secondary education in Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Business, or a related field
This position is classified as an Individual Contributor role in SMS Equipment’s competency framework, requiring demonstration of core competencies (customer focus, collaboration, and technical/functional expertise).
Pre‑Employment
Candidates may be required to complete:
- Pre-employment medical questionnaire
- Drug and alcohol test
- 5-year commercial driver’s abstract
This posting is for an existing vacancy within SMS Equipment. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is hired.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process will be contacted.
At SMS Equipment, the right partnership makes everything possible. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Join us and bring your expertise to an organization that values safety, authenticity, innovation, performance, and respect.
SMS Equipment offers rewarding careers in the heavy equipment industry across Canada. As the largest Komatsu dealer in North America, SMS Equipment gives you the opportunity to represent world-class quality in our product offerings and customer service. A few of the many benefits of working with SMS Equipment include competitive wages, comprehensive group benefits plan, and RRSP matching.
