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Industrial Construction Estimator

No. 1852
September 24, 2026
Location
Alma
Salary
$28 to $48 per hour, depending on experience
Job category
Engineering - Technical
Type of job
Permanent
Schedule
Full-time, 40 hours per week
Would you like to contribute to large-scale industrial projects within a well-established company? Our client, a leader in industrial manufacturing and construction in the Lac-Saint-Jean region, carries out projects involving industrial piping, pressure vessels, boilers, and tanks for some of Quebec’s largest organizations. To support its continued growth and numerous major projects, the company is currently seeking a new team member to strengthen its engineering department.

Tasks

  • Analyze drawings, specifications, and tender documents to clearly define project scope
  • Perform quantity takeoffs and estimate labor, material, equipment, and subcontracting costs
  • Solicit, analyze, and compare bids from suppliers and subcontractors
  • Conduct site visits, when required, to validate conditions and project constraints
  • Assess the technical feasibility of projects and identify potential risks
  • Prepare bid documents and cost breakdown tables
  • Ensure estimates comply with client requirements
  • Collaborate with engineering, fabrication, and other internal departments
  • Perform any other related duties as required

Advantages

  • Hourly wage of $28 to $48, based on experience (40 hours per week)
  • Signing bonus
  • Minimum of 4 weeks of vacation
  • Group insurance plan and RRSP/DPSP with employer contributions
  • Personal days and employee recognition program
  • Relocation assistance for candidates from outside the region, including the possibility of temporary housing
  • Company clothing provided annually and access to social club activities
  • Participation in major and diverse industrial projects throughout Quebec

Job requirements

  • College diploma (DEC) in Mechanical Engineering Technology or other relevant training
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial construction (industrial equipment installation)
  • Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications
  • Strong proficiency with computer applications and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
  • Estimating experience (asset)
  • Knowledge of piping, welding, fabricated steel structures, or boilermaking/platework (asset)
  • Knowledge of English, both written and spoken (asset)
  • Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and collaborate effectively within a team

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