Senior Estimator - #442803

SYSTRA Canada is part of the SYSTRA group, an international consulting and engineering group, a world leader in the design of transport infrastructures. SYSTRA Canada is an engineering and consulting firm whose primary focus is to offer transportation solutions, whether for passengers or goods: feasibility studies of building a new railway line, increasing the capacity of the existing infrastructure, privatization of a railway.

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Context

This role will be working with Delivery Partners on Scarborough Subway project

Missions/Main Duties

Roles And Responsibilities

Create cost estimates, studies, analyses, and evaluations, at all levels of project development, as

part of the internal team.

 Provide a detailed review of all documentation and develop comprehensive cost

estimates/models that communicate our client's project and strategic goals

 Perform quantity take-off in a manner and level of detail consistent with the project goals

 Input estimate data into appropriate software

 Conduct estimate reviews of Contractor estimates and variations

 Assure that a quality product is presented to the client through adherence to the company's

QA/QC procedures

 Communicate effectively through clear and concise means appropriate to the project's goals

(verbal, written, and graphics)

 Actively research, solicit, and develop sources/vendors for compiling and maintaining accuracy of

cost information

 Investigate and incorporate project constraints into cost analysis

 Review contractor and subcontractor change order estimates.

 Conduct meetings with clients

Profile/Skills

15+ years of consistent cost estimating experience with a strong focus on federal government and infrastructure projects.

Ability to understand and accurately interpret construction documents (drawings, specifications, contracts/general conditions) at all levels of design.

Expert user On-Screen Takeoff (OST) software or similar industry software. Such as “IN EIGHT” (Hard Dollar) or Cost X.

Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel

Excellent written and verbal skills

Strong internal and external customer service

Solid experience working directly with clients

Confident presenting face-to-face with clients

Self-starter and self-directed

Professional Cost Estimating Certification Preferred, Not Required.

A good understanding of Construction methodology within the Infrastructure of Railways and Highways

Bachelor's Degree in Construction, Engineering, or Architecture required; or any degree with construction/design-related experience

SYSTRA Canada is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values applications from all and offers employment equity based on the merits and abilities of candidates and personnel.

Note: In this description, the masculine gender is used for easy reading purposes and includes the feminine.