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CA$85,000.00/yr - CA$125,000.00/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

The Prospect
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.

Key Responsibilities

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

This Role Would Suit Someone Who:

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

Requirements

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

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Project Management and Finance

Industries: Shipbuilding, Maritime Transportation, and Oil and Gas

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📌 Chief Estimator (Quebec City)
🏢 RAW Resourcing
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