Project Estimator

CIMA+; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Group Benefits available

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up

As an employee-owned company, anannual

Flexible work schedule in a hybrid"

Work/Life balance policy across Canada

3-5 weeks of vacation

Tailored training

Job summary

CIMA+ is seeking a Project Estimator to join our Integrated Project Services team in Montreal. Your main objective will be to advise work teams and clients on estimating construction and implementation costs for a variety of projects.

We offer a flexible hybrid work model, with options to work from home and from our Montreal or Quebec offices. The ideal candidate has a degree in engineering or architecture, seven years of estimating experience, and knowledge of estimation software.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering or architecture or any relevant training related to estimating.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in the field of estimating.
• Experience in various multidisciplinary projects (structural, mechanical, electrical, etc.).
• Knowledge of estimation software (e.g., Quoterplan, PlanSwift, On-Screen Takeoff, or MEANS).
• Fluency in spoken and written French and English.

Responsibilities

• Participate in project meetings for estimation needs.
• Develop estimates according to revised classes D to A, in UNIFORMAT II format.
• Analyze plans and specifications to extract quantities.
• Evaluate overall costs: labor, materials, equipment, and resources.
• Obtain prices from suppliers and analyze cost variances.
• Draft the basis of estimation (BOE) with the support of a senior estimator.
• Provide expert support to project teams on estimation issues.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders and consult technical experts as needed.
• Conduct specific studies related to estimation and contribute to updating the price database for CIMA+.

Skills

French and English fluency

Reading plans

3D model manipulation

Integrity

Team spirit

Education

Degree in engineering or architecture

AEÉCQ/ESCQ/ECCQ certification (asset)

CICE ECC/ECA certification (asset)

Tools

Quoterplan

PlanSwift

On-Screen Takeoff

MEANS

Job 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!

We are looking for a Project Estimator to join our Integrated Project Services team and grow within a rapidly expanding sector. Your main objective will be to advise our work teams and clients on estimating the construction and implementation costs of a variety of projects.

We offer a flexible hybrid work model that allows you to work from home and from our Montreal or Quebec office.

Primary responsibilities

• Participate in project meetings for estimation needs.
• Develop estimates according to revised classes D to A, in UNIFORMAT II format.
• Analyze plans and specifications to extract quantities.
• Evaluate overall costs: labor, materials, equipment, and resources.
• Obtain prices from suppliers and analyze cost variances.
• Draft the basis of estimation (BOE) with the support of a senior estimator
• Provide expert support to project teams on estimation issues
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders and consult technical experts as needed
• Conduct specific studies related to estimation and contribute to updating the price database for CIMA+

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering or architecture or any relevant training related to estimating
• Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in the field of estimating
• Experience in various multidisciplinary 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 (an asset)
• Member of the Canadian Institute of Construction Economists (CICE) and ECC or ÉCA certification (an asset)
• Knowledge of estimation software (e.g., Quoterplan, PlanSwift, On-Screen Takeoff, or MEANS)
• Ability to read plans and manipulate 3D models
• Fluency in spoken and written French and English
• Integrity, team spirit, and a commitment to excellence

For more information, please contact Alina Souralay

At CIMA+, we value diversity of talent and perspective.

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

At CIMA+, we recognize the richness and diversity of each individual’s experience. Compensation for this role is therefore based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, while maintaining internal equity. The level and associated salary may vary depending on the candidate’s profile.

CIMA+ uses an applicant tracking system that includes an automated match score feature. However, this score is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made through human review.

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.

We are committed to providing a workplace that is accessible. Accommodations are available in accordance with CIMA's policies. If you require an accommodation, please let us know.