Cost Estimating Engineer

Aplin; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Aplin is partnering with a municipal infrastructure organization in Calgary to recruit a Cost Estimating Engineer for a 12-month contract. You will support a senior estimating function within a Capital Planning and Engineering team, delivering reliable cost estimates and standardizing estimating practices.

The role requires 3+ years of cost estimating experience, P.Eng. or senior project engineer level, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• P.Eng. or Senior Project Engineer with cost-estimating experience.
• Knowledge of PMI and AACE standards and cost controls.
• Excellent writing, presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review and improve cost estimates for horizontal, vertical and specialty infrastructure.
• Support estimating activities for major capital projects and refine methodologies.
• Develop and update estimates, WBS, owner costs, and documentation.
• Collaborate with project managers and engineers to ensure accurate estimates.
• Promote estimating excellence and knowledge sharing across teams.

Skills

Cost estimating

PMI framework

AACE standards

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

P.Eng. or Senior Project Engineer

Job description

We are partnering with a leading municipal infrastructure organization to recruit a Cost Estimating Engineer for a 12-month contract based in Calgary, Alberta.

This role will support a senior cost estimating function within a Capital Planning and Engineering team, contributing to a wide range of infrastructure projects and strategic capital planning initiatives. Working alongside experienced engineering and project delivery professionals, you will provide expertise in project cost estimating, methodologies, and best practices that support major capital investment decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Review existing cost estimates and provide recommendations for improvement across Class 5 through Class 1 estimates for a diverse portfolio of infrastructure projects, including vertical, linear, and specialty construction.
• Support project and program estimating activities for major capital projects, including the development and refinement of estimating methodologies, frameworks, and processes.
• Develop, assess, and update project estimates while helping standardize estimating practices, key assumptions, work breakdown structures (WBS), owner costs, and related estimating documentation.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, engineers, and key stakeholders to deliver accurate, transparent, and reliable cost estimates for high-priority capital initiatives.
• Promote estimating excellence by supporting continuous improvement initiatives, knowledge sharing, and consistent estimating practices across project teams.

Qualifications & Experience

• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or Senior Project Engineer with a minimum of 3 years of experience preparing construction cost estimates across multiple estimate classes for horizontal, vertical, and/or specialty infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of cost estimating methodologies, industry standards, and leading practices.
• Familiarity with project management and cost estimating frameworks such as PMI (Project Management Institute) and AACE International (Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering), including cost estimating classifications, recommended practices, and project controls principles.
• Excellent technical writing, presentation, and communication skills.
• Strong organizational, collaboration, and customer service skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and deliver results within tight deadlines.
• Ability to work on-site in downtown Calgary a minimum of three (3) days per week (Monday through Thursday).
• Available to work 35 hours per week.

Eligibility Requirements

• Applicants must currently reside in Canada.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada for any employer without current or future visa sponsorship.
• This opportunity is not eligible for employer-sponsored work permits or immigration sponsorship.

Contract Details

• Term: 12-month contract
• Location: Calgary, Alberta (Hybrid)Schedule: 35 hours per week
• Start Date: As soon as possible
• Application Requirements