Senior Turnkey Estimator for Water Treatment Projects

Veolia | Water Tech; Oakville; On-site; CAD 87,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

RRSP matching program

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Gym Reimbursement

Job summary

Veolia Water Technology in Oakville, Ontario seeks an experienced Turnkey Estimator to develop accurate cost estimates for balance of plant scopes on water treatment projects. You will collaborate with the EP+ Manager, Commercial Project Leads, and design teams to ensure pricing accuracy and project profitability.

The role requires strong knowledge of M&E cost estimation, multiple detail levels, and experience with subcontractor costing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of cost estimation experience on industrial or construction projects.
• Minimum 5 years estimating mechanical and electrical construction costs.
• Experience with balance of plant or similar industrial systems.
• Fluency in English (French is a plus)

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed cost estimates for balance of plant mechanical and electrical scope on water treatment projects.
• Analyze project specifications, drawings, and requirements to identify cost components and scope elements.
• Prepare estimates at various levels of detail (Class 5 through Class 1) based on design development.
• Develop labor cost estimates based on crew productivity, project complexity, and site conditions.
• Prepare equipment and material cost estimates, including procurement lead times and logistics.
• Maintain and update cost databases and historical cost information for balance of plant systems.
• Support bid strategy development with cost analysis and risk assessments.
• Solicit and analyze quotes from subcontractors and material suppliers.

Skills

Cost estimation

Cost modeling

M&E systems

Project controls

Reading drawings

Vendor quotes

Risk quantification

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

Estimating software

Cost databases

Job description

Veolia Water Technology in Oakville, Ontario seeks an experienced Turnkey Estimator to develop accurate cost estimates for balance of plant scopes on water treatment projects. You will collaborate with the EP+ Manager, Commercial Project Leads, and design teams to ensure pricing accuracy and project profitability.

The role requires strong knowledge of M&E cost estimation, multiple detail levels, and experience with subcontractor costing.