Project Estimator

Cima2; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from day one

RRSP with employer contribution

Employee ownership

Job summary

CIMA+ is seeking a Project Estimator to join our Integrated Project Services team in Montreal/Quebec. You will advise on estimating construction and implementation costs across varied projects, working in a hybrid model with home and office options.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of estimating experience across structural, mechanical, and electrical disciplines, with proficiency in estimation software and reading plans. French/English communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering or architecture or relevant estimating training.
• Minimum 7 years of estimating experience on multidisciplinary projects.
• Experience with structural, mechanical, electrical disciplines.
• AEÉCQ/ESCQ or ECCQ certification is an asset.
• CICE and ECC/ECA certification is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Participate in project meetings for estimation needs.
• Develop estimates using revised D to A classes in UNIFORMAT II.
• Analyze plans and specifications to extract quantities.
• Evaluate costs: labor, materials, equipment, and resources.
• Obtain prices from suppliers and analyze cost variances.
• Draft BOE with senior estimator support.
• Provide expert support to project teams on estimation issues.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and consult technical experts as needed.
• Conduct studies related to estimation and update price database.

Skills

Bilingual French/English

Reading plans

Communication skills

Integrity and teamwork

Education

Engineering or Architecture degree or related estimating training

Tools

Quoterplan

PlanSwift

On-Screen Takeoff

MEANS

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+

• 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
• Excellent communication skills in French and English, both written and spoken. English is required due to the need to regularly interact with CIMA+ stakeholders across Canada.
• Integrity, team spirit, and a commitment to excellence

#LI-Hybrid

At CIMA+, we value diversity of talent and perspective. You think you can add value, but don't meet all the job requirements? 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

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.