Chief Estimator

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CA $85,000.00/yr - CA$/yr

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Salary: CAD $85,000 – $125,000 per year (DOE)

CANDIDATES MUST HAVE CANADIAN CITIZENSHIP / RIGHT TO WORK IN CANADA ALREADY

We are representing a well-established shipbuilding company in Quebec seeking an experienced Chief Estimator to lead estimating activities across new build and ship repair projects.

This is a senior commercial-technical role responsible for pricing complex shipbuilding scopes, setting estimating strategy, and supporting bid and project teams through tender and execution phases.

• Lead the estimating function for shipbuilding and repair projects
• Prepare and validate high-value cost estimates from concept through contract award
• Review drawings, specifications, and work scopes to define labour, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs
• Develop and manage estimating methodologies, cost databases, and benchmarking tools
• Coordinate supplier and subcontractor pricing and evaluate commercial risk
• Support bid strategy, clarifications, and negotiations with clients
• Work closely with engineering, production, procurement, and project management teams
• Provide cost input for change orders, variations, and project forecasting
• Mentor and support junior estimators where applicable

• Has significant experience in shipbuilding, ship repair, or heavy marine construction estimating
• Has led or owned the estimating process for complex industrial projects
• Understands shipyard production methods, labour planning, and cost drivers
• Is commercially astute, detail-oriented, and confident working at senior level
• Can communicate effectively with both technical and executive stakeholders

• Canadian citizenship or Permanent Residency (mandatory)
• Strong background in shipbuilding, ship repair, or heavy industrial estimating
• French and English language skills highly desirable
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with estimating or ERP systems preferred
• Ability to work on-site in Quebec

• Associate

• Full-time

• Project Management and Finance
• Industries:
  Shipbuilding, Maritime Transportation, and Oil and Gas