Pressure Vessel Estimator
CESSCO Fabrication and Engineering Ltd.
7310-99 Street NW Edmonton AlbertaDescription
We are seeking a Pressure Vessel Estimator, to join our team in Edmonton, Alberta.
Our Pressure Vessel Estimator will be responsible for preparing cost estimates and bid proposals by preparing and interpreting relevant data and documents. This will include material take-offs, sourcing material and services costs, estimating labour requirements, reviewing purchase orders, and more. The successful candidate will also be responsible for acting as a resource for customer requirements and attending bid clarification and pre-award meetings.
We are looking for someone with at least 2 years of experience, particularly experience in pressure vessel manufacturing or estimating. A college or university degree in engineering design & drafting technology or mechanical engineering would be an asset as would relevant trades experience.
Duties
Preparing detailed quotations for assigned inquiries/projects, in accordance with inquiry documents, by:
- Performing material takeoffs from inquiry data sheets and specifications.
- Sourcing material and services costs and deliveries.
- Estimating labour requirements and determining approximate delivery schedules.
- Preparing detailed written quotations.
- Following the Standard Estimating Process that relies on the involvement of the Engineering, Q.C. and Production Departments regarding contract requirements.
- Handoff/kick off proposals post-award to communicate all package requirements to different departments.
- Acting as a resource to explain customer requirements, as identified during the estimating and clarification process, to the pertinent departments.
- Attending and participating in bid clarification and pre-award meetings, on request.
- Reviewing customer purchase orders to verify compliance with the quotation (estimate) and pre-award correspondence.
- Working as a member of Estimating Team on continuous improvement initiatives as identified by the department.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Any combination of the qualifications below or similar experience will be considered.
Education & Experience
- College (NAIT) or University Degree in Engineering Design & Drafting Technology or Mechanical Engineering an asset. Relevant trades experience will also be considered.
- 2 years relevant experience.
- Experience in pressure vessel manufacturing.
- Knowledge of ASME Codes.
Skills to Have or Develop
- Read and interpret documents such as drawings, data sheets, standards and specifications, and purchase orders.
- Learn and use an estimating program to build the estimate.
- Speak effectively to clients and internal departments.
- Calculate and apply financial math such as margins, percentages and discounts.
- Interpret and understand a variety of instructions in written, oral, technical drawing or schedule form.
- Provide clear and professional written correspondence.
- Intermediate Microsoft Office skills are needed, especially in Excel, Word and Outlook.
- Highly organized and detailed oriented.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize work to meet scheduled deadlines.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Projects or other project management applications an asset.
- Ability to work both independently and within a collaborative environment.
Physical Demands
- While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit at a desk most of the day, walk, talk and listen.
Extras
Work Environment
- While performing the duties of this job the employee is rarely exposed to fumes, airborne particles, outside weather conditions and noise.
- Wear and use of proper personal protective equipment is required when entering the applicable areas on the premises but is not required during the course of regular job duties.
Benefits
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
About The Company

CESSCO Fabrication and Engineering Ltd.
7310-99 Street NWEdmonton Alberta T6E 3R8 CA
CESSCO Fabrication & Engineering Ltd. was first established in 1948, and we have since become the leader in Western Canada for custom heavy metal fabrication. Our reputation for design integrity, quality workmanship and customer service is unsurpassed. Our clients span oil and gas, petrochemical, pulp and paper, mining, fertilizer, cement, and new green technologies industries throughout Canada and the USA. With our expertise in the design and custom fabrication of the largest and heaviest ASME Sec. VIII Division 1 and 2 pressure vessels, we have steadily grown our company through capability, quality, and safe and on-time delivery.
In 2024, we were proud to join the Calibre Industrial Group, a collection of experienced, highly skilled steel fabricators, industrial mechanics, and field construction specialists, spanning North America and serving businesses internationally.
Job Details
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Location7310-99 Street NW Edmonton Alberta
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TypeFull-Time
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Wage$85000 - $100000 per Year
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Start DateMarch 10, 2025
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Closing DateDecember 31, 2025
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Posted1 month ago