Project Estimator (Montreal)

CPB Contractors Pty Limited; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

RRSP matching

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Sedgman is seeking a Project Estimator to lead cost estimation activities for mining and mineral processing projects. Based in Montreal, Vancouver, or Phoenix, you will drive accurate estimates and collaborate with engineers and clients to manage risk and deliverables.

The role requires 10+ years in estimating within mining/construction, experience with AACE Class 1–5 estimates, and proficiency in risk software like @Risk. Bilingual French/English communication is essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of estimating experience in engineering or construction within mining.
• Experience developing estimates from AACE Class 1 to Class 5.
• Experience with risk management software such as @Risk.
• Strong verbal and written communication, high-quality documentation.
• Coordinating estimates for multiple studies/projects with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates for studies and projects, aligning with time, cost, and quality targets.
• Lead and collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to develop estimates and risk assessments.
• Maintain and improve estimating systems, databases, templates, and cost records.
• Track, report, and manage estimating activities across projects.
• Establish and improve estimating databases, price books, templates, and spreadsheets.

Skills

Estimating

Stakeholder management

Cost estimation

AACE class estimates

Risk management software

Tools

@Risk

Job description

Sedgman is currently recruiting for a Project Estimator,with hands-on experience driving estimating activities across complex engineering studies and projects. This person can be based out of our Montreal, Vancouver or Phoenix office.

The Project Estimatorrole is responsible for leading the preparation of accurate cost estimates for engineering projects within the mining and mineral processing industry. The role oversees stakeholder collaboration, risk assessment, and the maintenance and continuous improvement of estimating systems, data, and processes to support successful project delivery.

Sedgman Pty Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of CIMIC Group Limited– one of the world’s leading international contractors and the world’s largest contract miner- is a market leader in the design, construction, and operation of mineral processing plants for the global resources sector. Our specialized technical expertise, in PFS, FS and detailed engineering, delivery and our advanced commercial capabilities - enable us to provide complete solutions which are valued by our clients.

Come join a growing business and a winning team!

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Prepare accurate cost estimates, for studies/projects, ensuring alignment with time, cost, and quality targets.
• Lead and collaborate with engineers, and stakeholders to develop estimates and risk assessments.
• Maintain and improve estimating systems, databases, templates, and cost records, including final design take-offs.
• Track, report, and manage estimating activities.
• Establish, maintain, and continuously improve estimating databases, price books, templates, and spreadsheets.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of estimating, risk management processes and tools.

What are we looking for? Qualifications:

• 10+ years’ experience estimating within engineering or construction environments in the mining industry
• Experience in developing estimates from AACE Class 1 to Class 5.
• Experience with @Risk or similar risk management software
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including high-level proofreading and document quality control
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to coordinate estimates for multiple studies/projects simultaneously
• Ability to collaborate effectively with clients, stakeholders and cross-functional teams when developing cost estimates
• Experience with estimating systems, databases, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Language requirements: excellent spoken and written French. Strong spoken English skills are required due to daily contact with clients, suppliers, partners, and colleagues based outside Quebec.

What’s in it for you?

• Opportunity to work on complex and technically challenging projects within a high-performing project delivery environment.
• Health and benefits package
• RRSP Matching
• Opportunity to work on significant projects for the Canadian mining industry
• Significant career growth potential
• Discretionary bonus

The salary offered to the successful person for this position will consider education, experience, relevant skills and capability, geographic location and market conditions at the time of hire.

Sedgman is part of the CIMIC Group’s mineral processing company and is a leading provider of mineral processing and associated infrastructure solutions to the global resources industry. Our Mission is to generate sustainable returns for our shareholders by delivering projects for our clients while providing safe, rewarding and fulfilling careers for our people. We are a full project life cycle delivery company incorporating the development, project execution and ongoing operations phases of each project. Sedgman has offices in Australia, the Americas, Europe and Asia.

Our Values, The Sedgman Way:

• Integrity: being respectful and honest with ourselves, our colleagues, our clients, our partners, our suppliers and shareholders and other stakeholders.
• Accountability: committing to what we are responsible for.
• Innovation: continually adapting and evolving for the future.
• Delivery: amplifying our ability to deliver to drive our reputation and credibility.

Sedgman is a proud equal opportunities employer, and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive, and barrier-free workplace that allows all our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success, and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates.

We strongly support and encourage candidates with Indigenous ancestry (First Nations, Inuit, Métis) to self- identify and apply.

About Us

Sedgman is a leading provider of integrated minerals processing solutions. Informed by decades of experience, hundreds of projects, and global reach, driving industry benchmarks, our core focus is minerals processing. Our engineering-led approach tackles diverse challenges with confidence, incorporating modern technologies and innovative techniques across commodities.

We have advanced the standard of excellence and innovation in design, delivery, and operations for clients. Our expertise includes base and precious metals, industrial minerals, iron ore and critical minerals.