Job Description
Role
Reporting to the Estimating Manager, the role of the Project Estimator is to prepare engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) cost estimates and is responsible to deliver a complete proposal for high voltage electrical projects. The Project Estimator identifies value engineering and other cost saving opportunities for the organization.
Responsibilities
- Prepare complete proposals while ensuring compliancy with RFP requirements. This includes the preparation of complete cost estimates for electric transmission, distribution, substation, generation and industrial projects
- Prepare Project Specific Environmental Plan
- Hand-off all estimates to the PM group after contract award
- Assist project team with the project life-cycle in tracking and understanding basis of cost estimate
- Assist in the preparation and submission of change orders
- Participate in project post mortem review meetings
- General Tasks as required
Requirements
- Electrical Technologist Diploma and/or Journeyman Electrician, Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration or a related field is preferred
- Candidate must possess experience in understanding blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time/cost/labour estimates for projects and services
- 3 or more years of experience in the Electric Utility Industry and/or possessing estimating knowledge of electric distribution, transmission and substation projects is preferred
- Ability to prepare construction schedules in Microsoft Project and/or Primavera
- Proficiency in all applications within Microsoft Office Suite
- Must excel in analytical, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
- Self-driven and have the ability to stay on-task for extended periods of time
- A team player whom is able to work with various partners from start until finish
- Travel may be necessary throughout Canada must hold a valid driver's license
Benefits
- Extended Healthcare Plan (Medical, Disability, Dental & Vision)
- Paid Time Off Benefits
- Training & Development
- Employee Assistance Program - Counseling
- Employer Sponsored 401K
Qualification
Associate Degree
Key skill Required
- Microsoft Office
- Construction
- Business Administration
- Change Orders
- Communication
- Counseling
- Development
- Documentation
- Environmental
- Healthcare
- Microsoft Project
- Primavera
- Reporting
- Team Player
- Training
- Transmission
- Value Engineering
- Written Communication
