Job DescriptionWho are you? You are a seasoned Senior Construction Cost Estimator specializing in M&E infrastructure and rail systems estimating with a minimum of 8 years post-graduate experience looking for the next step or are currently undertaking a comparable role in a similar environment.
The ideal candidate is self-motivated, driven, and capable of working both independently and as part of a high-performing team. In this impactful role, you will be providing advice, leadership and direction, actively embedding and promoting the purpose, values, and vision of Turner & Townsend.
Job Description As a Senior Estimator, you will be involved in:
- Producing, presenting and defending construction cost plans and cost estimates for key infrastructure clients developing complex engineering projects from feasibility/concept design up to detailed design (pre-tender estimates).
- Review, validation of cost submissions from General Contractor(s) within a Progressive Design Build contractual environment as part of Target Cost/Price Development.
- When necessary, challenge General Contractor's cost build-ups and associated assumptions.
- Providing costings of options and presenting these as part of project Optioneering stages.
- Providing cost reconciliation cost estimates including associated justification to be presented to project clients and key stakeholders.
- Engaging in value engineering workshops to identify the cost savings and optimum solutions available for the client.
- Producing cost benchmarks for validation and target-setting on major infrastructure projects.
- Actively interfacing with project clients, key stakeholders, contractors, and consultants (engineering, etc.) providing cost advice during all project stages.
- Working in close collaboration with high performing project teams to ensure expectations are managed adequately and clients' goals are achieved.
- Review and validation of contractor cost submissions within Progressive Design-Build environment, particularly for rail systems and M&E packages.
Qualifications- Quantity Surveying / Civil Engineering / Construction Management Degree and/or Certification or equivalent.
- 8 - 15 years' experience in cost estimating positions across pre-contract/post-contract phases of infrastructure projects.
- Membership of professional organisations is a bonus (e.g., CIQS / RICS / AACE).
- Bilingual capability in English and French is considered an asset.
- Strong understanding of rail systems estimating methodologies, procurement and installation approaches, and key testing, commissioning, integration and handover cost drivers.
Additional InformationWhat's in it for you...
- 100% covered health and dental benefits for you and your dependents (including paramedical services)
- Health spending account, to top up expenses not covered in the benefits program
- RRSP option with company matching
- Annual learning and development budget
- Access to a range of online learning tools, and support for career development and growth
- Coverage of one professional membership or license fee per year, if directly related to your role
- Comprehensive package of Vacation days, flex days and sick days.
- A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives
- Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging
The base salary range for this full-time role is $95,000 - $145,000 per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only, not of a total compensation package. Please note Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on candidate's experience and qualifications.
