Estimating Director, up to $140,000 + bonus — Montreal (on-site)

The mandate

Larouche Raymond is representing a confidential client, a well-established employer in the Montreal area, in its search for an Estimating Director. You will own the full estimating process, lead a team of estimators and act as a strategic partner to senior management on business development. This is a high-visibility leadership role for a seasoned professional who is as comfortable with numbers as with people. Every application is handled with complete discretion.

The role day to day

• Direct and oversee the complete estimating cycle, from tender document analysis through to final bid submission.
• Lead, coach and develop a team of estimators while ensuring rigour and consistency in working methods.
• Review plans, specifications and scopes of work to establish accurate quantities, costs and schedules.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and subcontractors to secure competitive pricing.
• Validate pricing strategies and margins with management before each bid is submitted.
• Take part in project kickoff meetings to ensure a clean handoff to the execution teams.
• Continuously improve estimating tools, templates and cost databases to sharpen accuracy.
• Monitor market, material and labour cost trends to anticipate fluctuations.

The ideal profile

• Minimum of 10 years of estimating experience, including several in a management or supervisory role.
• Education in civil engineering, construction engineering, architecture or a related field, and membership in a relevant professional order (assets).
• Strong command of plan and specification reading and of detailed estimating methods.
• Comfort with estimating software and advanced-level Microsoft Excel.
• Proven leadership and a track record of mobilizing and growing a team.
• Rigour, organization and the ability to manage multiple files under pressure.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills in French.

What our client offers

• Compensation of up to $140,000, enhanced by a bonus program and an allowance.
• A stable, strategic leadership position within a well-respected organization.
• A full range of group benefits and a retirement plan.
• Large-scale, stimulating projects that will showcase your expertise.
• A collaborative environment where your leadership will make a real difference.