Estimator/Coordinator

KELLA Coatings Solutions Inc.

Estimator/Coordinator

• Calgary, Alberta
• Full-Time
• Competitive Salary $60K (DOE)

KELLA Coatings Solutions Inc. is a Calgary-based commercial painting and coatings subcontractor delivering quality finishes on construction projects across Alberta. As a growing company, we take pride in building strong relationships, running tight operations, and doing the work right the first time. We’re a small, driven team where your contribution is visible and your growth is real.

The Role

We’re looking for an Estimator/Coordinator to work side by side with ownership to estimate, coordinate, support and represent our business. This is a hands-on role that owns the bid process from tender to award, staying involved through project handoff and closeout. If you’re organized, commercially sharp, and want to grow with a company rather than get lost in one, this is the opportunity.

What You’ll Do

• Receive, organize, and manage incoming tender requests in a timely and responsive manner

• Review plans and specifications to determine scope and pricing for each project

• Analyze construction drawings to identify scope gaps and overlaps

• Communicate with vendors to obtain material quotes and assist in purchasing

• Create RFIs, analyze responses, and distribute to relevant parties

• Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits to review existing conditions as required

• Price hard bids, assist in negotiations, and provide budgets from conceptual through final construction documents

• Develop strategies to estimate and win competitive bids

• Attend and present at award meetings with clients and design teams

• Engage in value engineering, budgeting, and constructability reviews

• Prepare key plan drawings, budgets, scope documents, and submittals for field staff

• Facilitate project hand-off meetings with field staff to ensure a smooth transition

• Price and manage change orders throughout the project lifecycle

• Compile O&M manuals for project closeout

• Attend networking functions to promote company interests

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, or a related field preferred; equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience will be considered

• Minimum 5 years of experience in construction estimating (coatings, finishes, or related trade experience is a strong asset)

• Clear understanding of architectural drawings and finish specifications

• Working knowledge of coatings products and industry standards

• Understanding of general contracts, subcontract documents, and estimating and purchasing principles

• Strong written communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work under pressure, meet hard bid deadlines, and stay organized in a fast-moving environment

• A team player who builds and maintains strong relationships with crew, customers, and trades

• Lifelong learner, an openness to ongoing training and professional development

Why Join KELLA?

• Work directly with ownership — your input shapes how the company grows

• Empowering, team-first work environment where integrity and great service come first

• Competitive salary $60K+ dependent on experience and education

• Wellness days

• Benefits package

• Room to grow as the company grows

How to Apply

Please forward your resume and salary expectations to: ***email_hidden***

This posting will remain open until a successful candidate is found. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.