Job Description
Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management. Veolia Group designs and implements cutting-edge solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation.

Within this framework, Veolia’s Water Technology Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.

The Turnkey Estimator develops accurate cost estimates for balance of plant (BoP) scope on water treatment projects, supporting bid development and project planning through detailed analysis of labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor costs. You'll work closely with the EP+ Manager, Commercial Project Leads, and design teams to ensure accurate pricing, identify cost drivers, and support project profitability.

Key Responsibilities
Cost Estimation & Analysis
Develop detailed cost estimates for balance of plant mechanical and electrical scope on water treatment projects
Analyze project specifications, drawings, and requirements to identify all cost components and scope elements
Prepare estimates at various levels of detail (Class 5 through Class 1) based on design development stage
Develop labor cost estimates based on crew productivity, project complexity, and site conditions
Prepare equipment and material cost estimates, including procurement lead times and logistics
Maintain and update cost databases and historical cost information for balance of plant systems

Bid & Commercial Support
Support bid strategy development by providing cost analysis and identifying cost drivers for EP+ projects
Support the Commercial Project Leads with cost modeling for different project delivery approaches (Top Box vs. Partnership)
Participate in bid reviews and provide cost justification and risk assessment
Communicate cost estimates and assumptions clearly to project teams and stakeholders
Support the EP+ Manager with market analysis and cost trend identification

Subcontractor & Supplier Management
Solicit and analyze quotes from subcontractors and material suppliers for balance of plant scope
Assist with contractor qualification and cost validation during partner selection
Experience working with contractors and subcontractors on cost analysis

Risk & Contingency Management
Identify and quantify risks and contingencies appropriate to the project stage and delivery model
Support the development of TIC (Total Installed Cost)



factors and benchmarking for balance of plant scope
Prepare cost estimates for change orders and scope modifications during project execution

Project Execution Support
Collaborate with the Construction Manager and Project Controls Lead to track actual costs against estimates
Maintain professional certifications and stay current with industry cost trends and practices

Qualifications
What We're Looking For
Education
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Experience Required
Minimum 8 years of cost estimation experience on industrial or construction projects
Minimum 5 years of experience estimating mechanical and electrical construction costs
Demonstrated experience with balance of plant or similar industrial systems
Strong knowledge of construction cost estimation methodologies and practices
Experience with cost estimation software and tools
Ability to develop estimates at multiple levels of detail (Class 5 through Class 1)
Fluency in English (French is a plus)

Experience Preferred
Certified Cost Professional (CCP) or similar cost estimation certification
Experience with EP+ or turnkey project delivery models
Experience with water treatment or similar industrial projects
Knowledge of NORAM region labor rates and material costs
Experience with progressive design-build cost estimation
Familiarity with project controls and earned value management
Experience with risk quantification and contingency analysis

Hard Skills Required
Detailed cost estimation and cost modeling for mechanical and electrical systems
Knowledge of balance of plant design, materials, and installation practices
Experience with construction cost databases and estimating software
Understanding of labor productivity and crew composition for M&E; work
Knowledge of equipment and material costs for water treatment applications
Experience with subcontractor and supplier cost analysis
Understanding of project delivery models (Design-Build, EPC, Turnkey)
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
Financial analysis and cost-benefit analysis skills
Experience with contingency and risk quantification

Soft Skills Required
Attention to detail and accuracy
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Communication and presentation skills
Collaboration and teamwork
Organization and self-motivation




Ability to manage multiple projects
Integrity and professionalism
Adaptability to changing requirements
Continuous learning mindset
Time management

Work Environment
Primarily office-based work with occasional site visits (estimated 10-15% travel)
May be required to work extended hours during bid preparation phases
Collaborative work environment with multiple stakeholders
Flexible work arrangements available.

Additional Information
At Veolia, we realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We’re an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We offer challenging and meaningful careers, with competitive benefits and flexible work arrangements.

Our competitive benefits package that includes:

Compensation: the compensation range is tied to the market for similarly benchmarked roles. The range is not an absolute, but a guide, and offers will be based on the individual candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, and market conditions, as well as internal peer equity. Depending upon all the preceding considerations for the final selected individual candidate, the offer may be lower or higher than the stated range: CAD $87,000 - $100,000.

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1!
Retirement program: RRSP - Veolia matches your contribution at 50% up to a maximum of 3% of your pay and DCPP (after 1 year) - Contribute 4%, and Veolia will match your contribution at 50% up to a maximum of 2% of your pay.
Life Insurance
Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
I>Tuition Reimbursement Gym Reimbursement.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Disclosure: We do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position.

Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

****Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in Canada. immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for Canadian work authorization (e.g. closed work permit) for this opportunity****

Veolia does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. All vendors must have a current and fully executed MSA on file before submitting candidates. Any unsolicited resumes and candidate profiles will be deemed the property of the company, and no fee will be due.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.
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📌 Turnkey Estimator (Ontario)
🏢 Veolia | Water Tech
📍 Ontario