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WSP

Plans and designs infrastructure projects

Experienced Estimator

Project & Program ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeMontreal, QC, Canada$42.60 - $62.50In-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Relevant post-secondary education in engineering, construction, quantity surveying, building technology, or a related discipline, combined with practical estimating experience.
  • Solid experience preparing estimates for engineering, infrastructure, buildings, industrial, or other complex capital projects.
  • Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, scopes of work, quantities, and project schedules.
  • Knowledge of construction methods, labour productivity, materials, equipment, subcontracting, and factors influencing project costs.
  • Experience with estimating and project controls tools, together with proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
  • Ability to develop clear estimating assumptions, identify gaps and risks, and communicate the basis of an estimate effectively.
  • Analytical judgment and ability to manage multiple estimating priorities and deadlines.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary project environment.

Responsibilities

  • Develop detailed cost estimates at various stages of project development, from early concepts through detailed design and tender.
  • Analyze drawings, specifications, quantities, schedules, and other project information to establish robust cost assumptions.
  • Prepare quantity take-offs and pricing using current labour, material, equipment, subcontractor, and market information.
  • Evaluate contractor and supplier pricing and contribute to bid and tender evaluations.
  • Identify cost risks, opportunities, exclusions, and assumptions, helping project teams understand potential impacts on budgets.
  • Collaborate with engineers, designers, project managers, procurement specialists, and clients to strengthen cost certainty and project outcomes.
  • Maintain estimating documentation, benchmarks, and historical cost information to support consistent and traceable estimates.
  • Contribute estimating knowledge to value discussions, cost reviews, and continuous improvement within the team.

Desired Qualifications

  • French and English capability is an asset for work involving teams and clients across Canada.

About the Company

WSP

Plans and designs infrastructure projects

WSP is an engineering and science consultancy that helps governments and businesses plan, design, and manage infrastructure. Its teams work on transport networks, buildings, water systems, power facilities, and environmental projects, combining engineers with scientists, planners, and technical advisers. Services include feasibility studies, detailed design, environmental assessments, and project management, with specialists supporting assets through construction and operation. Clients pay through contracts priced by staff time, agreed project fees, or a share of project costs. Genivar reorganized as WSP Global in 2014, and the group is headquartered in Montreal, Quebec.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Montreal, Canada
Founded
1959

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