Estimator - Structures and Civil Engineering Works

Pomerleau; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP with up to 5% employer matching

Hybrid work model for corporate roles

Employee stock ownership program

Minimum 4 weeks of vacation from day 1

Job summary

Pomerleau, a national leader in construction, is seeking an experienced Estimator to support Civil & Infrastructure projects in Montreal. You will apply your expertise to build accurate bids, interpret specifications, and ensure pricing reflects project requirements.

You will collaborate with proposals teams and clients, perform quantity take-offs, identify labor and material costs, and work with trade partners to develop competitive, sustainable solutions across bridge, civil, and port

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of relevant estimating experience in the construction industry, with knowledge in Structures and Civil Engineering Works.
• 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.

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

Civil/Structures knowledge

Project coordination

Stakeholder relations

Bid process knowledge

Research skills

Quantity take-offs

Estimation software

Education

Engineering or construction management degree/c certificate

Tools

Estimation software

Job description

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 Structures and Civil Works business unit. You will support the growth of new and ongoing projects by challenging industry standards through your expertise and deep understanding of structural work.

You will work on large-scale projects ranging from $1.5M to over one billion dollars, in diverse areas such as bridge construction and rehabilitation, major civil works, specialized structures, pedestrian bridges, port infrastructure, as well as various projects carried out in synergy with other business units within the organization.

By working closely with our proposals team and various client groups, you will actively contribute to the preparation of competitive bids and the overall success of the projects, while helping to build and restore sustainable, safe, and essential infrastructure for our communities.

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.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of relevant estimating experience in the construction industry, with knowledge in Structures and Civil Engineering Works.
• 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

Pomerleau is a national leader in construction, delivering major projects across Canada. If this speaks to you, apply for this role or connect with one of our recruiters to learn how we can support you throughout the process.