Career Opportunities
Cost Estimator
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada .
contract . May 8, 2026
Description
Introduction
We are looking for a full-time Cost Estimator to join either our Saskatoon, Regina, or Calgary team! This position will report to the Manager of Project Services. We have multiple opportunities across Canada. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply.
Company
March Consulting Associates Inc. (“March”) is an Indigenous-owned and employee-owned, multi-disciplinary engineering company headquartered in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. We maintain the values that we began with and made a name for ourselves by our dedication to the development and success of our clients. î-nitawîthimihcik nîhithaw athisitiniwak kâ-kî-kîsîhtâcik sâpo-ayamihcikîwin (qualified Indigenous professionals are encouraged to apply). Tiniki
March takes pride in providing a family-like culture that supports our client’s needs and well-being of our employees. We hire the right employees for the long-term, where they can come learn and grow their career with the company. We welcome those who have a strong sense of integrity and a passion for the province we live and work in.
March provides engineering, procurement, project, and construction management services to a variety of resource-based industrial and commercial enterprises. In addition, March and its employees have developed specialized expertise in feasibility studies and asset integrity in the heavy industrial sector.
Position Overview
Primary Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed estimates of probable costs for materials, labour, and equipment for construction and industrial projects using contract bids, quotations, drawings, and specifications.
- Apply tendering procedures, analyze bids, recommend award decisions, and support negotiation activities.
- Establish and maintain tendering processes, including cost monitoring and reporting systems.
- Prepare cost and expenditure statements, forecasts, and progress updates throughout project lifecycles.
- Liaise with engineers, architects, clients, contractors, and subcontractors to validate scope, resolve discrepancies, and assess cost impacts.
- Conduct economic feasibility reviews for design changes and cost adjustments.
- Coordinate construction project activities and prepare construction progress schedules.
- Leverage cost estimator experience to enhance cost accuracy, risk assessment, and procurement alignment for complex industrial projects.
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- A bachelor's degree in engineering or a diploma in engineering technology is required
- Several years of experience as a qualified tradesperson in a construction trade, such as plumbing, carpentry or electrical, are required
- Must be able to work as part of a team and independently
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work effectively within a cross-functional team environment
- Detail-oriented with a passion to create high-quality deliverables
- Must be able to work as part of a team and independently
We look forward to receiving your cover letter and resume. We thank all applicants who apply; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Compensation: Commensurate with education and experience.
Benefits: March offers a comprehensive benefits program which includes Life, Disability, Health and Dental as well as competitive retirement benefits (RRSP), a health spending account, paid sick time and more!
Work hours: 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday.
Work location: Saskatoon, Regina, or Calgary. We will consider remote work options for out-of-province candidates.