Senior Cost Estimator – Electrical

Arcadis

. Lead cost estimating and cost planning across mechanical and electrical design scopes .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeToronto • CanadaSenior💰 $93,000 - $139,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in cost estimating, cost planning, and project scope assessment, with a strong focus on data-driven insights and stakeholder management. Proficient in quantity take-offs, cost reconciliations, and utilizing industry-standard cost management tools to support procurement strategies and enhance client relationships.

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Cost EstimatingStakeholder ManagementQuantity Take-OffsCost ReconciliationAnalytical Skills

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Hard Skills

Cost PlanningMarket TestingPricing ReviewsVariance AnalysisChange ManagementRisk MitigationCost GovernanceContract NegotiationsField VerificationData Analysis

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsRelationship BuildingConflict ResolutionCommunication SkillsPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

Cost Management ToolsProject Management Tools

Industry Keywords

Quantity SurveyingConstruction ManagementData CentersAdvanced ManufacturingLife Sciences

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead cost estimating and cost planning across mechanical and electrical design scopes
Engage with the supply chain and undertake detailed market testing
Assess project scope, quantities, pricing, and key estimating assumptions using data-driven insights
Facilitate value engineering, risk and contingency reviews, and cost reconciliation sessions
Oversee cost governance, peer reviews, and QA/QC processes
Establish audit trails and challenge assumptions to ensure defensible and compliant cost advice
Interrogate contractor pricing, analyse technical documents, and validate scope
Support procurement strategy development, bid evaluations, quotation analysis, and contract negotiations
Monitor change orders and cost trends
Produce cost reports, variance analysis, and dashboards
Conduct regular site visits and field verification
Collaborate with project management, design teams, clients, contractors, and stakeholders
Support budgeting, change management, and constructability risk mitigation
Build trusted relationships and identify opportunities to strengthen client partnerships

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Minimum 10 years of relevant cost management experience, ideally in data centers, technology, advanced/high-tech manufacturing, or life sciences
Demonstrated ability to manage stakeholders, resolve conflicts, and deliver executive-level presentations
Proven experience obtaining and validating detailed cost breakdowns from contractors and subcontractors
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
Proficiency in quantity take-offs, cost reconciliations, and pricing reviews
Proficient with industry-standard cost and project management tools
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Willingness and ability to travel regularly and maintain a strong site presence
Strong interpersonal skills and relationship-building ability with clients, contractors, and internal teams

Benefits

Comp & perks

Skills-based career development approach
Meaningful work delivering sustainable solutions
Equal opportunity and affirmative action employment
Inclusive workplace commitment
Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply