Estimator

Description

Our client is a Canadian owned and operated company specializing in powerline transmission, distribution, and underground cable work.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Director of Project Services, the Estimator is responsible for developing cost estimates as part of proposal submissions as well as the ongoing improvement and development of the estimating systems and software. The candidate must be capable of performing all facets of a construction estimate including determination of quantities, costing and sub-trade participation and pricing.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Working with the lead Estimator, this role is responsible for preparing and overseeing all aspects of the estimate/tender/RFP/ RFQ / RFT or other form of bid documentation

Reviews proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work

Prepares detailed estimates for all facets of the planned scope

Maintains files of working documents as backup for estimate figures including current information on supplier pricing

Obtains Sub Contractor pricing as required

Obtains material & equipment rental pricing as required

Ensures consistency and quality of estimates in reporting to operations, management and client

Continuously upgrades/improves and enhances software used for estimating

Accountable and responsible for accuracy and completeness of assigned estimates

References historical costs and production to current cost estimates for continuous improvement

Completes post bid analysis as required

MUST HAVES:

Clear and thorough understanding of how to prepare a cost estimate and quantity takeoff

Clear and professional interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills

Ability to deal effectively with all levels within different functional areas of the company as well as external customers

Exceptional analytical, planning and organizational skills

Proven decision making competence

Expertise in Excel and MS office programs such as MS Project

someone with either construction estimating experience (does not need to be electrical) or experience in powerline construction or powerline construction management

Preference Given to Persons who are/have:

Technical, university, or trade certificate (electrician, lineman or the like)

5 years or more project management or field supervision

Over 5 years experience in commercial construction estimating, transmission and/or distribution power systems.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $111000.00/yr.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Calgary,AB. A propos d'Actalent:

Actalent est un chef de file mondial des services dingenierie et de sciences et des solutions de talents. Nous aidons les entreprises visionnaires a faire progresser leurs initiatives en matiere dingenierie et de science en leur donnant acces a des experts specialises qui favorisent la mise a lechelle, linnovation et la mise en marche rapide. Avec un reseau de pres de 30000consultants et plus de 4500clients aux Etats-Unis, au Canada, en Asie et en Europe, Actalent est au service dun grand nombre dentreprises du classement Fortune 500.

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