Senior Estimator

Job Title: Senior Estimator – Formwork and Concrete

Location: North Shore of Montreal

Job Type: Full-time

Sector: Construction / Civil Engineering / Formwork

Salary: $150,000 to $170,000 (+ 10% conditional bonus)

Job Description

Are you looking to leverage your expertise in concrete, complex, and rewarding projects? A well-established company in the field of formwork and concrete is seeking a senior estimator to strengthen its team. Here, there is no routine or repetitive condos: you will participate in large-scale public mandates, with a motivated team, technical challenges, and a culture where your experience is truly recognized.

Main Responsibilities

• Read and analyze plans, specifications, and addenda with strategic attention
• Estimate rigorously all quantities and resources needed
• Evaluate the scope of work and exclusions, analyze risks
• Contact suppliers and subcontractors, compare offers and collect relevant information
• Develop complete budgets in internal tools (TPL, Bluebeam or equivalents)
• Participate in bid closing meetings with the team
• Conduct site visits when required to fully understand site conditions
• Actively collaborate with chief estimators and other members of the estimating team

Desired Profile

• Training in estimating, civil engineering, or related field
• Minimum 5 to 6 years of relevant experience (10 years ideally) in estimating or project management in concrete structure
• Good mastery of a take-off software (TPL, Bluebeam or other)
• Excellent understanding of public tenders (SQI, MTQ, municipalities)
• Analytical mindset, autonomy, and a strong sense of responsibility
• Strong ability to read and interpret technical plans and specifications
• Comfortable with the Office suite, particularly Excel
• Work environment primarily in French; functional English is an asset

Working Conditions

• In-person position in Laval (1 fixed telecommuting day on Monday)
• Flexible schedule between 7 AM and 8 AM – with adjustable end of day (e.g.: Friday at 2 PM)
• Trust-based environment: management by objectives, no micromanagement
• Clear structure: estimators focus solely on estimating (no project management)
• Collaborative and supportive atmosphere on a daily basis

Offered Benefits

• Competitive salary: $150,000 to $170,000 + 10% bonus
• 4 weeks of vacation + possibility of a 5th depending on experience
• 2 personal days per year
• 8 public holidays and flexibility during less active periods
• Major and stimulating projects
• Active participation in projects that require thought, coordination, and innovation
• Culture focused on respect, pride in a job well done, and the pleasure of collaborating
• Opportunities for internal advancement (e.g.: mentoring role, coaching, or specialization)