Careers at Collins Steel

We are looking for Journeyman and Experienced Apprentice Ironworkers to join our team.

Job site locations: Greater Edmonton Area

Job Types: Full-time, Journeyman Ironworker, Apprenticeship, 50hrs+/week.

Salary:

Journeyman Ironworker $50.00/hour

Journeyman Ironworker Welders $50.00/hour

Apprentice Ironworkers Starting at $28.00/hour

Ironworkers from outside the Greater Edmonton region will get $100/day Living Out Allowance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability when required

Experience:

• Commercial Ironworking: (preferred)

Other Required:

• Worker supplies personal tools and tool belt
• Reliable transportation
• Journeyman Trade Certification and or registered App
• Fall Protection ticket
• AWP ticket
• CSTS

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Work Location: In person

Estimator

Job description:

About the job

We are looking for an intermediate to senior estimator to perform structural steel estimates in both BC and Alberta. Remote or partial remote may be considered for the right candidate. The estimator’s responsibility is to quantify material, labor and subcontractor pricing for construction tenders. This position requires knowledge of steel fabrication, steel erection, miscellaneous steel, interpreting construction specifications, steel finishes and shipping. Successful candidate must have strong analytical skills, be detail-oriented and emphasize creating a positive customer focused experience as well as identifying and communicating risk. We place a premium on collaboration and team players who are willing to do right by our customer and our team.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate quantity take offs from drawings to inform fabrication, drafting, and field budgets
• Obtain and evaluate quotes for materials and sub-trades to establish accurate cost estimates
• Maintain knowledge of competitive advantages in the industry to aid bidding process
• Communicate with clients, suppliers, and subtrades regarding current tenders and submitted bids. Attend meetings and site visits as necessary.
• Approach every job with an eye for collaboration and Lean practices. This is what sets our team apart in the industry as we try to build things better.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 2+ years of Structural Steel experience
  · A minimum of 2+ years of Estimating experience
  · C.E.T., bachelor’s degree or diploma in a construction/structural related field would be considered an asset. Red seal ironworker/welder would also be an asset
  · Strong communication and interpersonal skills are preferred, as this role has a customer-facing aspect.
  · Field/site experience, detailing experience, estimating experience or other experience related to structural steel are important assets. Some experience is required.
  · Experience with Fabtrol or Tekla are assets.

Salary, benefits, and bonus/profit sharing to be negotiated and will be dependent on the candidate’s experience level and qualifications.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift

Experience:

• Estimating: 2 or more years required
• Structural Steel: 2 years required

Work Location: In person preferred. Remote may be considered for the right candidate.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Edmonton, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

About Collins Steel

Collins Steel is a family-owned and family-operated structural steel company with a legacy of excellence that spans four decades. We’re founded on ethical and responsible business practices, guided by a relationship-driven approach for project delivery, and committed to continually driving innovations in detailing and engineering, steel fabrications, and installation. For each and every project we take on, our goal is the same: deliver work and build partnerships we can be proud of.

Detailer – Collaborative Projects

Salary: $85,000.00 to $105,000.00 per year

Job Description:

The Detailer of Collaborative Projects is to serve as the Lead Detailer on projects, contributing actively to Collaborative Delivery Projects. Collaborative Delivery Projects might include Integrated Project Delivery (IPD), Design-Assist, Sub Construction Managers, and others.

This role combines technical detailing expertise with leadership responsibilities, collaborative engagement with internal and external stakeholders, and competency in planning and scheduling. Budgeting abilities would be an asset.

The Detailer of Collaborative Projects will collaborate closely with the Owner, Designer, and Builder partners to translate evolving design models into executable fabrication requirements for the structural and miscellaneous steel scope of work. These deliverables need to align with the Project Conditions of Satisfaction (scope/program, budget, schedule).

Core Responsibilities:

Core Detailing Responsibilities

– Interpret drawings, design sketches,, specifications, and codes to produce accurate
detailing.

– Create and manage 3D models using Tekla Structures for structural and miscellaneous
steel components.

– Collaborate with and internal team of detailers, checkers, engineers, and project
managers to achieve project success.

– Ensure standard procedures are followed and quality standards are upheld.

– Perform other duties as required.

Core Project Responsibilities & Execution

– Understand and execute in alignment with Collins’ policies, processes, and systems.

– Lead and Manage Projects:

– Collaboratively Develop and Lead Project execution in accordance with Project
Documents and Contractual Requirements.

– Maximize project value and margin contribution and mitigate project risks through
collaborative planning.

– Manage the scope of work, budgets, schedule, changes to work, and delays.

– Build, develop, and grow relationships vital to the success of the project.

Collaborative Project Responsibilities

From a high level, develop and drive the completion of all structural steel detailing deliverables. Collaborate and resolve clash detection issues with project stakeholders. Assist in determining best for project design details. Participate in IPD team communications via shared calendars and collaboration platforms (Google Chat, Microsoft Teams).

Validation Phase:
– Participate in team building and onboarding activities
– Stick steel model production
– Pull plan scheduling and establish Base Target Cost
– Participate with IPD team in creating the BIM execution strategy and determine model
sharing strategies

Design/Procurement Phase:
– Attend all Structural PITs and other interdependent PIT sessions to support
coordination and integration.
– Engage actively in virtual meetings when travel is not required, maintaining focused
participation.
– Provide constructability insights during the design phase to optimize details, saving
time and reducing costs.
– Pull plan scheduling and cost forecasting

Construction Phase:
– Attend all Structural PIT sessions
– Contribute to SPRINT Board work planning for construction activities
– Cost forecasting
– Involve engineering support as needed for complex issues
– Attend milestone celebrations and team-building activities to maintain strong
collaboration

Personal & Cultural Alignment

Must demonstrate personal alignment with, behave, and contribute in accordance with Collins’ Values

Possess high emotional intelligence and the ability to work well in a team environment

Demonstrate effective time management in a fast-paced environment and a willingness to work extra hours when required

Technical & Work Skills

Proficient in Tekla Structures, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Teams, Word, and Bluebeam

Attention to detail, including precision and accuracy in work

Industry Knowledge:
Familiarity with structural steel fabrication and installation practices
Knowledge of welding symbols and procedures
Good command of technical language

Strong English language proficiency (both verbal and written)

Shift Details: This position will involve a combination of office-based work, project-site work at co-located project offices, and may accommodate a work-from-home arrangement depending on project and operational requirements.