Job Description

Company Description
Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company employing over 22,000 people across more than 60 countries.
We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with a significant minority stake held by our partners. Turner & Townsend and CBRE collaborate to provide clients with world-class expertise in program, project, and cost management globally. Visit our website: www.turnerandtownsend.com
Please note that this position is 5 days on-site in our Montreal office

As part of a major project, we are seeking an Estimating Lead based in Montreal. You will be responsible for leading cost estimating activities for complex projects, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance with industry best practices.
Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement estimating strategies for large-scale projects, particularly in industrial, mining, or infrastructure sectors.
• Prepare, review, and validate detailed cost estimates at all project phases (conceptual, FEED, execution).
• Lead the collection and analysis of cost data, integrating input from technical disciplines and suppliers.
• Ensure consistency in estimating methodologies and compliance with internal standards and contractual requirements.
• Provide sensitivity analyses and cost-related risk assessments to support decision-making.
• Collaborate closely with planning, project controls, and risk management teams to ensure reliable forecasting.
• Prepare clear reports and presentations for management and stakeholders.
• Mentor and train junior estimators, promoting skill development and continuous improvement.
• Stay informed on market trends, cost indices, and best practices in estimating.

Qualifications

• University degree in engineering, project management, construction economics, or a related field.
• 10 years of experience in cost estimating for major projects, ideally in mining, industrial, or infrastructure sectors.
• Proficiency in estimating tools such as CostX, Cleopatra, Aspen Capital Cost Estimator, Sage, or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of project controls, EPC processes, and benchmarking methodologies.
• Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and technical documents.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage multidisciplinary teams and clients.
• Bilingual in French and English (spoken and written) is required.
• Professional certification (e.g., AACE CCP, CEP or equivalent) is an asset.

Additional Information

• 100% medical and dental coverage for you and your dependents.
• Health spending account for uncovered expenses.
• RRSP program with company contribution.
• Annual budget for learning and professional development.
• Coverage for one professional license per year.
• Comprehensive leave program (vacation, flex days, sick leave).
• Hybrid and flexible work policy.
• Inclusive, equitable, and diverse culture fostering a healthy and collaborative environment.

At Turner & Townsend, we celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates with disabilities.
Note: It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee related to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ever ask candidates to pay a fee.
Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal email accounts are considered the property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to agency fees. To be an authorized Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, a formal written agreement must be in place, and the agency must be invited by the Recruitment Team to submit candidates for review.
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It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time.
Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review.

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