Estimator - Civil & Infrastructure - Earthwork

Pomerleau; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP matching

Hybrid work

Employee stock ownership program

Career growth opportunities

Transit pass reimbursement

4 weeks vacation

Job summary

Pomerleau is seeking an Estimator within the Civil & Infrastructure division to contribute to large-scale earthworks projects in Canada. You will support bid efforts by pricing labor, equipment and materials, interpreting specs, and performing quantity take-offs with precision.

You will collaborate with proposals teams and clients to secure competitive bids and drive project success. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of estimating experience in construction and holds an engineering or

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of estimating experience in the construction industry.
• University degree, college diploma, or certificate in engineering or construction management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Contribute actively to the bid process cycle.
• Identify project-specific pricing for labor, equipment, and materials.
• Accurately interpret technical specifications with a keen eye for detail.
• Perform thorough quantity take-offs to ensure precise contract specifications and pricing.
• Maintain a focus on client pricing requirements to ensure project feasibility.
• Cultivate strong relationships with trade partners, consultants, and clients to achieve project goals.
• Explore innovative solutions and opportunities within the scope of the project.

Skills

Estimating experience

Bid process

Pricing labor/materials

Stakeholder collaboration

Quantity take-offs

Education

Engineering or construction management degree or equivalent

Tools

Estimation software

Job description

Job Description Ready to build your career? We want to hear from you.

Job Description Ready to build your career? We want to hear from you.
As an Estimator within Pomerleau's Civil & Infrastructure division, you will play a key role at the heart of the Earthworks business unit. You will support the growth of new and ongoing projects by challenging industry standards through your expertise and knowledge of the trade. You will be involved in large-scale projects ranging from $1.5M to over one billion dollars, across various areas of expertise, including sewer and waterworks, wind farms, dams, and roadwork, as well as other projects carried out in synergy with the organization’s different business units. By working closely with our proposals team and diverse client groups, you will actively contribute to securing competitive bids and ensuring the overall success of our projects. What you will do

• Contribute actively to the bid process cycle.
• Identify project-specific pricing for labor, equipment, and materials.
• Accurately interpret technical specifications with a keen eye for detail.
• Perform thorough quantity take-offs to ensure precise contract specifications and pricing.
• Maintain a focus on client pricing requirements to ensure project feasibility.
• Cultivate strong relationships with trade partners, consultants, and clients to achieve project goals.
• Explore innovative solutions and opportunities within the scope of the project.

This role could be for you if you have

• 3 to 5 years of relevant estimating experience in the construction industry.
• A university degree, college diploma, or certificate in engineering or construction management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A proven track record in project coordination and team collaboration.
• Experience in building relationships with industry and project stakeholders.
• A comprehensive understanding of the bid process cycle.
• Strong research skills for identifying and analyzing project-specific expenses.
• Expertise in quantity take-offs to ensure accuracy in contract specifications and pricing.
• Solid computer skills, especially with estimation software.

Benefits

• RRSP with up to 5% employer matching
• Hybrid work model for corporate roles
• Employee stock ownership program
• Career growth through real development opportunities
• Transit pass reimbursement — get to work for free
• Minimum 4 weeks of vacation from day one

For the past six years, we've proudly held the distinction of being one of Canada's Top 100 Employers. Pomerleau is a national leader in construction, delivering major projects across Canada. We believe in creating a workplace where people feel respected, supported, and empowered to grow. Our culture is built on collaboration, trust, and a shared commitment to doing great work. If this speaks to you.