Senior Project Estimator
Top Benefits
About the role
Company Description Welcome to a commitment to sustainable development you can relate to. Welcome to people who like people, to brilliant minds, tomorrow’s visionaries, challenge seekers, collaborators, and those with an entrepreneurial spirit in their DNA.
At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where your ideas and perspectives are welcomed and encouraged. In both the field and at the office, you’ll get plenty of opportunities to reach your full potential in an environment that’s engineered for people. At CIMA+, we care about our people and make sure that they feel valued, appreciated, and part of the team. You could even become a shareholder in the company.
At CIMA+, we give you the freedom and flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and the opportunity to work on projects you can relate to.
Welcome to CIMA+
Job Description CIMA+’s Project Management team is at the forefront of delivering construction projects across a wide range of industries, including institutional and heritage buildings, healthcare, public transportation, energy, infrastructure, and manufacturing. We pride ourselves on creating tailored project management solutions, guiding each project from start to finish. With a collaborative, transparent approach, we deeply understand our clients' vision and provide agile, effective solutions to navigate the complexities and uniqueness of every project. Join us and immerse yourself in a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative environment where you’ll make a real impact. Together, we’ll push boundaries and go above what’s expected of us to meet the challenges of tomorrow and engineer a better world!
Join our Integrated Project Services team as a senior project estimator. This job opportunity will allow you to grow within a rapidly expanding sector and play a leadership role with our work teams and clients. Your main objective will be to act as a consultant in estimating construction costs and implementing a variety of infrastructure, industrial, transportation, and building projects.
We offer a flexible hybrid work model that allows you to work from home and from one of our offices in Quebec. Primary Responsibilities
- Set up and manage a database of market prices specific to CIMA+
- Develop and formalize internal estimation practices
- Develop and maintain internal and external business relationships
- Coordinate the completion of complex estimates according to different estimation classes and ensure their accuracy
- Evaluate project budgets and cost variances between multiple options and make recommendations
- Review and approve the basis of estimate report
- Manage, supervise, and review the work of the estimation team members by providing them with guidance and advice regarding their activities
Qualifications
- Degree in engineering or architecture or any relevant training related to estimating
- Minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in the field of estimating
- Experience in various multidisciplinary construction projects (structural, mechanical, electrical, etc.)
- Member of the Association des estimateurs et des économistes de la construction du Québec (AEÉCQ) and ESCQ or ECCQ certification
- Member of the Canadian Institute of Construction Economists (CICE) and ECC or ÉCA certification (an asset)
- Knowledge of estimating software (e.g., Quoterplan, PlanSwift, On-Screen Takeoff, or MEANS)
- Ability to read plans and manipulate 3D models
- Fluency in French and English, both spoken and written
The expected annual salary for this position ranges from $94,000 to $115,000 ($48.71 to $58.98/hour), depending on the candidate's depth and diversity of experience, training, skills, and internal equity. The salary for this position or the associated salary may vary depending on the candidate's profile.
For more information, please contact Alina Souralay : by email alina.souralay@cima.ca or phone 514-701-0671
At CIMA+, we value diversity of talent and perspective. You think you can add value, but don't meet all the job requirements? We invite you to apply, because everyone has something unique to offer. The outstanding talents that choose to join us at CIMA+ soon realize that we go all out to encourage them to grow. We look forward to hearing how you can contribute to our success.
Why choose CIMA+? Because we offer you:
- Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution
- As an employee-owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all employees
- Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
- Work/Life balance policy across Canada
- 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience
- Tailored training to improve your existing skills
Additional Information Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.).
In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.
Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request.
Find out about The CIMA+ advantage - CIMA+.
About CIMA+
CIMA+ provides complete consulting engineering services in the areas of Energy and Resources, Infrastructure, Transportation, Buildings, Project Management, Operational and Digital Technologies (including Telecommunication Systems), and Earth and Environment. The search for excellence has been part of our DNA since our founding in 1990, and our teams draw on decades of experience acquired across Canada to deliver quality projects that meet our clients’ expectations. This commitment to excellence and quality has allowed CIMA+ to rank among the largest private consulting engineering firms in the country. Today, with 40 offices across Canada, CIMA+ employs more than 3,400 people, most of whom share ownership in the company.
Our multidisciplinary team is driven by a shared passion to deliver sustainable solutions that make our world a better place.
From our Board of Directors to the communities we serve, our commitment to people is evident in our drive to innovate, in the projects we carry out and in every action we take.
Senior Project Estimator
Top Benefits
About the role
Company Description Welcome to a commitment to sustainable development you can relate to. Welcome to people who like people, to brilliant minds, tomorrow’s visionaries, challenge seekers, collaborators, and those with an entrepreneurial spirit in their DNA.
At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where your ideas and perspectives are welcomed and encouraged. In both the field and at the office, you’ll get plenty of opportunities to reach your full potential in an environment that’s engineered for people. At CIMA+, we care about our people and make sure that they feel valued, appreciated, and part of the team. You could even become a shareholder in the company.
At CIMA+, we give you the freedom and flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and the opportunity to work on projects you can relate to.
Welcome to CIMA+
Job Description CIMA+’s Project Management team is at the forefront of delivering construction projects across a wide range of industries, including institutional and heritage buildings, healthcare, public transportation, energy, infrastructure, and manufacturing. We pride ourselves on creating tailored project management solutions, guiding each project from start to finish. With a collaborative, transparent approach, we deeply understand our clients' vision and provide agile, effective solutions to navigate the complexities and uniqueness of every project. Join us and immerse yourself in a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative environment where you’ll make a real impact. Together, we’ll push boundaries and go above what’s expected of us to meet the challenges of tomorrow and engineer a better world!
Join our Integrated Project Services team as a senior project estimator. This job opportunity will allow you to grow within a rapidly expanding sector and play a leadership role with our work teams and clients. Your main objective will be to act as a consultant in estimating construction costs and implementing a variety of infrastructure, industrial, transportation, and building projects.
We offer a flexible hybrid work model that allows you to work from home and from one of our offices in Quebec. Primary Responsibilities
- Set up and manage a database of market prices specific to CIMA+
- Develop and formalize internal estimation practices
- Develop and maintain internal and external business relationships
- Coordinate the completion of complex estimates according to different estimation classes and ensure their accuracy
- Evaluate project budgets and cost variances between multiple options and make recommendations
- Review and approve the basis of estimate report
- Manage, supervise, and review the work of the estimation team members by providing them with guidance and advice regarding their activities
Qualifications
- Degree in engineering or architecture or any relevant training related to estimating
- Minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in the field of estimating
- Experience in various multidisciplinary construction projects (structural, mechanical, electrical, etc.)
- Member of the Association des estimateurs et des économistes de la construction du Québec (AEÉCQ) and ESCQ or ECCQ certification
- Member of the Canadian Institute of Construction Economists (CICE) and ECC or ÉCA certification (an asset)
- Knowledge of estimating software (e.g., Quoterplan, PlanSwift, On-Screen Takeoff, or MEANS)
- Ability to read plans and manipulate 3D models
- Fluency in French and English, both spoken and written
The expected annual salary for this position ranges from $94,000 to $115,000 ($48.71 to $58.98/hour), depending on the candidate's depth and diversity of experience, training, skills, and internal equity. The salary for this position or the associated salary may vary depending on the candidate's profile.
For more information, please contact Alina Souralay : by email alina.souralay@cima.ca or phone 514-701-0671
At CIMA+, we value diversity of talent and perspective. You think you can add value, but don't meet all the job requirements? We invite you to apply, because everyone has something unique to offer. The outstanding talents that choose to join us at CIMA+ soon realize that we go all out to encourage them to grow. We look forward to hearing how you can contribute to our success.
Why choose CIMA+? Because we offer you:
- Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution
- As an employee-owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all employees
- Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
- Work/Life balance policy across Canada
- 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience
- Tailored training to improve your existing skills
Additional Information Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.).
In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.
Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request.
Find out about The CIMA+ advantage - CIMA+.
About CIMA+
CIMA+ provides complete consulting engineering services in the areas of Energy and Resources, Infrastructure, Transportation, Buildings, Project Management, Operational and Digital Technologies (including Telecommunication Systems), and Earth and Environment. The search for excellence has been part of our DNA since our founding in 1990, and our teams draw on decades of experience acquired across Canada to deliver quality projects that meet our clients’ expectations. This commitment to excellence and quality has allowed CIMA+ to rank among the largest private consulting engineering firms in the country. Today, with 40 offices across Canada, CIMA+ employs more than 3,400 people, most of whom share ownership in the company.
Our multidisciplinary team is driven by a shared passion to deliver sustainable solutions that make our world a better place.
From our Board of Directors to the communities we serve, our commitment to people is evident in our drive to innovate, in the projects we carry out and in every action we take.