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Senior Estimator – Rail Infrastructure and Civil Engineering

@ AtkinsRéalis

Montréal, QC · Toronto, ON

Full-time8+ years experience
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Overview

AtkinsRéalis is hiring a Senior Estimator for rail and civil infrastructure projects, preparing detailed cost estimates, quantity take-offs and bid strategies for large-scale work. The role requires a civil engineering or construction management bachelor's degree and 8+ years of estimating experience in rail and heavy civil construction. Pay is $93,800 to $129,000 with a hybrid working culture.

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare detailed construction cost estimates for rail and civil projects
  • Perform quantity take-offs from plans and BIM models
  • Develop unit costs for labour, equipment and materials
  • Analyze historical data and conduct market benchmarking
  • Contribute to proposals and bid strategies for large-scale projects

Requirements summary:

  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management or related field
  • 8+ years of estimating experience in rail and heavy civil construction
  • Strong knowledge of railway systems and track construction methods
  • Understanding of civil works and infrastructure construction practices
  • Ability to analyze and interpret complex technical data

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Employer posting date
2026-08-27
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-10-16

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Job details

SenioritySenior
DepartmentBusiness operations
Experience8+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Work settingOffice
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
EducationBachelor’s degree (required)
Fields of studyCivil Engineering, Construction Management
Perks mentionedFlexible hours, Paid training

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AtkinsRéalis

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Full company description

We are a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. ---

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People associated on LinkedIn
46,698
Reported office locations
  • 455 René-Lévesque Blvd W, Montreal, QC H2Z 1Z3, CA
Business categories
  • Construction
  • Innovation Management
  • Mining
  • Infrastructure
  • Transportation
  • Energy
  • Civil Engineering
Other recorded names
  • AtkinsRéalis
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Reported total investment
1,128,343,771

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We are a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. ---

FieldValue
IndustryEngineering Services
Company size10,001+ employees
HeadquartersMontreal, QC
Organization typePublic Company
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Job Description

Overview


Please note that this job posting is intended for you to express your interest in future opportunities within AtkinsRéalis.

Join a leading engineering team at the heart of major rail and civil infrastructure projects. As a Senior Estimator – Rail Infrastructure and Civil Engineering, you will play a key role in the success of complex projects by developing strategic and competitive cost estimates. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary experts to support large-scale initiatives in an environment focused on innovation, rigor, and performance.

Your Role

  • Prepare detailed construction cost estimates for rail and civil projects
  • Analyze drawings, specifications, and technical documents to ensure accuracy of evaluations
  • Perform quantity take-offs from plans and BIM models
  • Develop unit costs for labor, equipment, and materials
  • Analyze historical data and conduct market benchmarking
  • Collaborate with internal teams and partners to optimize bid strategies
  • Actively contribute to the preparation of proposals for large-scale projects

About You

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
  • 8+ years of estimating experience in rail infrastructure and heavy civil construction
  • Strong knowledge of railway systems and track construction methods
  • In-depth understanding of civil works and infrastructure construction practices
  • Ability to analyze and interpret complex technical data

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

Be rewarded. Find out more.


About AtkinsRéalis


We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Find out more.

Additional information

AtkinsRéalis cares about your privacy. AtkinsRéalis and other subsidiary or affiliated companies of AtkinsRéalis (referred to throughout as “AtkinsRéalis”) are committed to protecting your privacy. Please consult our Privacy Notice on our Careers site to know more about how we collect, use, and transfer your Personal Data.

By submitting your personal information to AtkinsRéalis, you confirm that you have read and accept our Privacy Notice.

Appropriate accommodation will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and hiring process as required by Company policy and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Successful applicants will be notified about AtkinsRéalis’ accommodation policies at the time the employment offer is extended, and the information will be shared with new personnel during the onboarding process.

Expected compensation for this role is between Pay Range of $93 800- $129 000. Base salaries are determined according to several parameters like skills, experience, and potential impact on the role. Internal and external competitiveness are also taken into account in our offers.

Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.

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