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Cost Estimator
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Quebec, Canada
HOURS
Full-time
SALARY
Competitive
About Systech Systech is the world’s leading privately owned, independent provider of consulting, expert, and legal services, managed and owned by industry professionals who are passionate about construction.
We are a global consultancy, with a 30-year history of providing advice on iconic infrastructure, engineering, and construction projects.
Operating from 26 strategic locations on four continents, we provide responsive, high quality, multi-disciplinary services to support the delivery of complex and challenging projects, globally.
We continuously strive to improve how we deliver services to our clients and feel incredibly proud of the long-standing relationships we have built with clients and contractors around the world.
Role
As a Cost Estimator, you will play a key role in providing accurate, reliable cost planning and estimation services across a range of construction projects. You will support feasibility studies, tender processes, and project cost management while helping clients make informed financial decisions.
Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed cost estimates, cost plans, and budget forecasts for construction projects.
- Analyse drawings, specifications, and tender documents to identify project requirements.
- Obtain and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
- Support value engineering exercises to identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Participate in client meetings and presentations, providing clear and confident cost advice.
- Assist in tender evaluations and preparation of bid submissions.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of market prices, construction methods, and industry trends.
- Collaborate with project managers, designers, and other stakeholders to ensure cost accuracy throughout project delivery.
Individual
- Experience as a Cost Estimator, Quantity Surveyor, or similar role
- Excellent analytical and numerical skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Proficient with estimation software and Microsoft Excel.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly.
- A proactive, organised individual who can manage multiple deadlines.
- Relevant qualifications in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related discipline
- Excellent spoken and written French; functional English required.
- Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and pricing specific to Québec
What We Can Offer
- Leadership team with a growth mindset
- A dynamic and agile culture
- An environment where you will be recognised for strong performance
- An ‘open door’ policy where you will have access to the senior management
- Opportunities to work on major projects both in the UK and overseas
- Clearly defined career progression path
- Competitive salary & bonus structure
For more information or to discuss available opportunities at Systech, in the UK or globally, please contact the recruitment team via: recruit@systech-int.com
APPLY HERE
About Systech
Systech provides responsive, high quality managed services to support the delivery of complex and challenging project globally.
We are the leading global provider of commercial management, contract administration, planning and scheduling, claims, expert witness, dispute resolution and legal services on construction, infrastructure and energy projects.
Our team of professionals provides services over the full lifespan of projects – from bid to handover – across Europe, the Middle East and Africa, Asia Pacific and the Americas.
We understand the requirements and risks of projects and the need for robust and professional cost and schedule control from the outset; early engagement allows our proactive approach to maximise control and minimise risks and disputes. Should problems occur, we have the strategic expertise to manage and resolve claims and disputes, through our co-ordinated team of contract specialists, forensic delay analysts and expert witnesses combined with legal consultants from Systech Law.
We embrace the use of new technology, adding value to our core services through our in-house visualisation team, who prepare high impact animations that communicate key bid, claim and dispute resolution messages, and mobile phone apps that support the project delivery process.
For details on careers at Systech please use the following link: https://www.systech-int.com/careers/
About the role
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Thank you
Your details have been sent.
Cost Estimator
LOCATION
Quebec, Canada
HOURS
Full-time
SALARY
Competitive
About Systech Systech is the world’s leading privately owned, independent provider of consulting, expert, and legal services, managed and owned by industry professionals who are passionate about construction.
We are a global consultancy, with a 30-year history of providing advice on iconic infrastructure, engineering, and construction projects.
Operating from 26 strategic locations on four continents, we provide responsive, high quality, multi-disciplinary services to support the delivery of complex and challenging projects, globally.
We continuously strive to improve how we deliver services to our clients and feel incredibly proud of the long-standing relationships we have built with clients and contractors around the world.
Role
As a Cost Estimator, you will play a key role in providing accurate, reliable cost planning and estimation services across a range of construction projects. You will support feasibility studies, tender processes, and project cost management while helping clients make informed financial decisions.
Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed cost estimates, cost plans, and budget forecasts for construction projects.
- Analyse drawings, specifications, and tender documents to identify project requirements.
- Obtain and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
- Support value engineering exercises to identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Participate in client meetings and presentations, providing clear and confident cost advice.
- Assist in tender evaluations and preparation of bid submissions.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of market prices, construction methods, and industry trends.
- Collaborate with project managers, designers, and other stakeholders to ensure cost accuracy throughout project delivery.
Individual
- Experience as a Cost Estimator, Quantity Surveyor, or similar role
- Excellent analytical and numerical skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Proficient with estimation software and Microsoft Excel.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly.
- A proactive, organised individual who can manage multiple deadlines.
- Relevant qualifications in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related discipline
- Excellent spoken and written French; functional English required.
- Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and pricing specific to Québec
What We Can Offer
- Leadership team with a growth mindset
- A dynamic and agile culture
- An environment where you will be recognised for strong performance
- An ‘open door’ policy where you will have access to the senior management
- Opportunities to work on major projects both in the UK and overseas
- Clearly defined career progression path
- Competitive salary & bonus structure
For more information or to discuss available opportunities at Systech, in the UK or globally, please contact the recruitment team via: recruit@systech-int.com
APPLY HERE
About Systech
Systech provides responsive, high quality managed services to support the delivery of complex and challenging project globally.
We are the leading global provider of commercial management, contract administration, planning and scheduling, claims, expert witness, dispute resolution and legal services on construction, infrastructure and energy projects.
Our team of professionals provides services over the full lifespan of projects – from bid to handover – across Europe, the Middle East and Africa, Asia Pacific and the Americas.
We understand the requirements and risks of projects and the need for robust and professional cost and schedule control from the outset; early engagement allows our proactive approach to maximise control and minimise risks and disputes. Should problems occur, we have the strategic expertise to manage and resolve claims and disputes, through our co-ordinated team of contract specialists, forensic delay analysts and expert witnesses combined with legal consultants from Systech Law.
We embrace the use of new technology, adding value to our core services through our in-house visualisation team, who prepare high impact animations that communicate key bid, claim and dispute resolution messages, and mobile phone apps that support the project delivery process.
For details on careers at Systech please use the following link: https://www.systech-int.com/careers/