BTY is an award-winning professional consultancy providing complete project
solutions in real estate and infrastructure asset planning, development,
operations, and transactions. With a portfolio of projects valued at over $100B,
our experience spans across industries, sectors, and continents.
We stand by our commitment to creating and sustaining an environment that is
meaningful as it is inspiring, by fostering alliance, collaboration, and
purpose. People here have a voice to discuss ideas, a role to play within an
inclusive team, and support for well-being and professional development. Work on
high impact engaging projects that support the health of the communities we
work, live and play in.
Our Cost Management team delivers expert cost planning, estimating, and change
management across the full development cycle for residential, commercial,
industrial, institutional, and infrastructure projects. We provide clear,
data-driven insights at every design stage, advising on constructability,
escalation, contingency, cash flow, and life-cycle costs to reduce risk and
maximize value. Powered by a robust database of material and labour costs, our
accredited professionals benchmark and market-test every estimate, ensuring
accuracy across regions, asset classes, and changing market conditions.
BTY Group is seeking a highly experienced Estimate Lead to oversee all aspects
of the Green Line LRT project estimating and cost management. The successful
candidate will lead all estimating activities, implement and manage robust cost
control systems, deliver accurate cost forecasts, and oversee cash flow
forecasting to support project planning and execution.
This role is critical to ensuring financial integrity, effective risk
mitigation, and cost transparency for one of Calgary’s most significant
infrastructure investments.
What You Get to Do
- Develop project estimate plans and lead preparation of Class 5–Class 1
estimates per industry standards and City guidelines.
- Review and validate consultant/contractor estimates; maintain cost-estimating
databases, benchmarks, and tools; and support change management with cost
assessments.
- Establish and maintain cost control systems, track budgets, expenditures, and
variances, and lead monthly/quarterly cost forecasts with stakeholders.
- Manage contingency plans and drawdowns, prepare detailed cash flow
projections, coordinate with finance, and deliver accurate cost reports and
dashboards.
- Oversee integration of cost systems with scheduling tools, ensure data
quality, manage systems such as InEight/EcoSys/Prism, mentor junior staff,
and collaborate across teams on project delivery and performance management.
What You'll Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction.
- 10+ years of experience in Project Controls, Estimating, and Cost Control on
major infrastructure or transit projects.
- 8+ years of experience in complex, high-profile, mega construction project.
- Possesses a deep understanding of engineering principles, construction
methods, contracts, and cost control techniques.
- Proven track record in leading estimating and cost functions on large capital
projects.
- Proficient in cost control systems such as InEight, Oracle, or equivalent.
- Strong knowledge of industry-standard estimating tools (e.g., Hard Dollar).
- Familiarity with AACEI cost management and estimating guidelines.
- Advanced skills in MS Excel and project reporting tools like Power BI.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Preferred Assets:
- PMP, CCP (Certified Cost Professional), or equivalent designation.
- Knowledge of contract administration and project delivery models (DB, DBF,
DBFM).
Why Consider our Team?
- Work on meaningful projects that impact communities globally.
- Enjoy workplace flexibility with the freedom from a hybrid program.
- Receive a competitive compensation package with health and dental benefits,
above-average vacation, RRSP matching, bonuses, sick days and more.
- Advance your career with continuous learning and professional development
opportunities.
- Receive health and well-being support through our Employee Assistance
Program.
- Get involved in team building and community support activities with a team
who have been certified Best Place to Work for 5 years in a row by our
employees and Great Place to Work®
Visit our website [https://www.bty.com/contact-us/] to learn more about our
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On this occasion, we request no outside solicitation from recruitment agencies.
We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace
where everyone can thrive. We welcome and encourage applications from
individuals of all backgrounds, including groups who are currently
underrepresented in the construction industry such as Indigenous Peoples,
members of visible minorities and people of colour, persons with disabilities,
women, and people from 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.
