Cost Engineer in Canada: 1 CUSMA / LMIA Success Story (Marco R.)

Mexico

CUSMA Professionals – Engineer

We successfully recruited Marco, a Mexican national, to work as a cost engineer for our client in Surrey, B.C. With a background in industrial engineering from Mexico, Marco was brought on to apply his expertise in cost engineering to large masonry projects across British Columbia. Despite previous refusals, we were able to work with the Canadian Embassy in Mexico to overcome these obstacles and secure his work permit. Marco’s application was approved within several months, and he is now contributing significantly to the success of numerous high-value masonry projects.

Quick Answer

Cost engineer in Canada Marco R. is a skilled Mexican engineering professional recruited through the CUSMA Professionals work permit. He now works in Surrey, British Columbia, contributing to large-scale construction and masonry projects across the province.

Cost Engineer in Canada – Marco R. Profile

Marco R. is an experienced cost engineer in Canada with a strong background in industrial and construction engineering. His journey demonstrates how CUSMA and LMIA-supported recruitment helps Canadian employers access specialized engineering talent while creating long-term career opportunities for international professionals.

Marco R. is a Mexican national with a professional background in industrial engineering and cost engineering. Prior to relocating to Canada, he gained hands-on experience in project costing, budgeting, and financial control for large construction and infrastructure projects in Mexico.

His technical expertise and analytical skills positioned him as a strong candidate for engineering roles in Canada’s growing construction sector.

Marco currently works as a cost engineer in Canada for a client based in Surrey, British Columbia. His responsibilities include:

  • Preparing detailed cost estimates for construction projects
  • Supporting budgeting and cost-control strategies
  • Analyzing materials, labour, and project timelines
  • Assisting with financial planning for high-value masonry and infrastructure projects

His work plays a critical role in ensuring projects remain efficient, competitive, and financially sustainable.

Marco was recruited through the CUSMA Professionals work permit, which allows qualified Mexican and American professionals to work in Canada without the need for a traditional LMIA in many cases.

Despite previous application challenges, our team worked closely with the Canadian Embassy in Mexico to overcome obstacles and ensure full compliance with Canadian immigration requirements. Marco’s work permit was approved within several months, allowing him to begin contributing to Canadian projects quickly.

Cost engineers in Canada are essential to the success of construction, infrastructure, and industrial projects. As project sizes and budgets increase, Canadian employers rely on skilled cost engineers to control expenses, manage risk, and improve overall project efficiency.

With a limited domestic talent pool, employers increasingly turn to CUSMA and LMIA-supported recruitment to access experienced international engineers like Marco.

Conclusion

The journey of cost engineer in Canada Marco R. reflects expertise, persistence, and professional growth. Through CUSMA-supported recruitment, he secured a meaningful engineering role, overcame immigration challenges, and built a successful career in British Columbia—contributing to high-value construction projects across the province.

Learn more about our CUSMA and LMIA-based recruitment services for engineers and skilled professionals in Canada.