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Full-time Sector Name: Propulsion Employee Type: Regular Compensation: CAD 108,080 - CAD 148,610 - yearly Job Description Construction and infrastructure projects involve highly complex contracts that govern scope, schedule, cost, and terms & conditions. Effective commercial management combines technical, contractual, and strategic expertise to ensure fairness, mitigate risks, resolve disputes, and support successful project delivery. We are seeking a qualified Quantity Surveyor /Senior Estimator to support major infrastructure, rail and transit capital projects. This role is responsible for preparing accurate internal estimates and providing expert review and challenge of contractor and consultant estimates. The ideal candidate brings strong technical knowledge of infrastructure, rail/transit infrastructure and experience supporting cost assurance within a collaborative development environment. What Youll Do Provide Quantity Surveying and estimating to all phases of high scale Capital Project Contracts, including life cycle costing, value engineering and risk management. Prepare Class 5 and Class 4 estimates for rail/transit projects, including track, guideway, stations, systems, utilities, and civil works. Develop quantity takeoffs, cost buildups, and basisofestimate documentation. Review and challenge contractor and consultant Class 3 to Class 1 estimates for accuracy, completeness, and alignment with Progressive DesignBuild processes. Support estimate reconciliation sessions and validate change orders and targetprice adjustments. Provide benchmarking, variance analysis, and input to contingency and risk assessments. Collaborate with engineering, planning, procurement, commercial and project management teams to validate cost inputs. Maintain current knowledge of market conditions, labour rates, materials pricing, and productivity in the infrastructure, rail/transit sector. Prepare concise estimate summaries and presentations for senior leadership and stagegate approvals. Proactively respond to project stakeholder concerns in the governance and project approval process. Qualifications Bachelors degree (or higher) in Quantity Surveying /Building Economics /Commercial Management, Construction Management, Civil /Structural Engineering, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or similar field 7+ years of estimating experience of civil projects Rail/transit or major linear infrastructure projects estimating experience would be an asset The technical skills and experience to prepare comprehensive cost estimates for large multiphased, multiyear infrastructure projects Chartered or professional designation (PQS via CIQS, MRICS or equivalent) preferred CEC, Gold Seal Estimator, or other recognized cost estimating credentials Familiarity with AACE & CIQS estimating classifications and cost assurance standards Experience reviewing and validating contractor estimates in Progressive DesignBuild settings would be an asset Providing leadership on mediumlarge scale projects (including multidiscipline and high complexity), and leading/working alongside teams on large scale projects Proven record in assisting project stakeholders with negotiating major agreements, managing vendor portfolios, and working alongside/leading teams Benefits and Other Information Compensation for this role is based on the candidates experience, skills, and qualifications, while maintaining internal equity. The level and associated salary may vary depending on the candidates profile. Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. We are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socioeconomic status or background, etc.). In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous Peoples, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the selfidentification form when applying for employment. Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request. #J-18808-Ljbffr