Intermediate Estimator / Pre-Construction Lead
Oldstreet Development Corporation
Calgary, Alberta
Salary: $80,000 - $105,000 per year + Bonus Potential
About the Role
Oldstreet is seeking an experienced Intermediate Estimator / Pre-Construction Lead to join our growing development and construction team.
Reporting to the Construction Operations Manager, you will be responsible for managing project budgets from concept design through tendering and buyout. You will play a key role in cost planning, value engineering, procurement strategy, and ensuring projects are delivered within approved budgets.
This position is ideal for a residential construction estimator who wants to take ownership of project financial performance and become a key contributor within a growing company.
Key ResponsibilitiesEstimating & Budget Development
- Prepare conceptual, preliminary, and detailed construction budgets
- Analyze drawings, specifications, and consultant documents
- Identify cost risks, assumptions, and opportunities throughout the design process
- Maintain accurate estimating systems, templates, and cost databases
Pre-Construction Leadership
- Act as the commercial lead during pre-construction
- Provide cost guidance to support design and development decisions
- Monitor budget alignment throughout design progression
- Assist project teams in achieving financial objectives
Value Engineering
- Identify and evaluate cost-saving opportunities
- Recommend alternative materials, systems, and construction methods
- Assess constructability, cost, and performance impacts
- Collaborate with consultants and internal stakeholders to maintain budget targets
Procurement & Tendering
- Develop tendering and procurement strategies
- Prepare bid packages and scopes of work
- Solicit, evaluate, and level subcontractor bids
- Lead commercial negotiations and subcontractor selection
- Support buyout and contract award processes
Market Analysis
- Monitor local market pricing and industry trends
- Benchmark subcontractor pricing
- Maintain historical cost information and market intelligence
Project Transition
- Support the transition from estimating to construction
- Ensure complete scope coverage during buyout
- Assist with procurement documentation and purchase order issuance
QualificationsRequired
- Minimum 5 years of residential construction estimating experience
- Strong experience in budget development, tendering, and procurement
- Construction Estimating & Bid Preparation Certificate (SAIT) or equivalent education
- Strong understanding of residential construction methods and trade scopes
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
- Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle
- Ability to pass a criminal record check
Preferred
- Experience with stacked townhomes and 4–6 storey wood-frame residential projects
- Experience within the Calgary residential construction market
- Experience in Banff or Columbia Valley markets
- Experience working directly with developers or general contractors
What We're Looking For
The successful candidate will be:
- Commercially minded
- Detail-oriented and organized
- Proactive and solutions-focused
- Strong in communication and negotiation
- Accountable and capable of working independently
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
What Success Looks Like
- Accurate project budgets throughout pre-construction
- Well-executed tendering processes with complete scope coverage
- Effective value engineering implementation
- Competitive procurement outcomes
- Continuous improvement of estimating systems and cost databases
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: $80,000 - $105,000 annually
- Performance Bonus Potential
- Extended Health & Dental Benefits
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Vision Care
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Time Off
- On-Site Parking
About Oldstreet
Oldstreet is a boutique real estate development and construction company focused on building exceptional homes and communities.
Founded in 2018, Oldstreet has completed or is actively developing more than 360 homes across 20+ projects in Calgary, Banff, and Costa Rica. With over $175 million in assets under development, construction, and management, we continue to grow while maintaining a hands-on, entrepreneurial culture.
Our team combines expertise in development, finance, law, accounting, construction, and asset management. Every team member has the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the success of our projects and our company.
Why Join Oldstreet?
- Direct exposure to experienced leadership
- Meaningful responsibility and decision-making authority
- Opportunity to influence projects from concept through construction
- Growing company with long-term career advancement opportunities
- Collaborative and entrepreneurial work environment
Expected Start Date: As soon as suitable candidate is found.
Pay: $85,000.00-$105,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
