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black-mcdonald-limited · 30+ days ago
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ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Black & McDonald’s Power Generation team is growing! If you are committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.

The Estimator is located in Pickering and typically reports directly to the Director Sales & Proposals. Their primary focus is to analyze costs of and prepare engineering, procurement and construction estimates for civil engineering, structural, electrical and mechanical projects within the Power Generation Sector. In addition Estimators may provide technical and administrative support to project operations with emphasis on estimating, reporting and monitoring progress, planning and scheduling, and dealing with project change.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Prepare estimates of probable costs of materials, labour and equipment for construction projects based on contract bids, quotations, schematic drawings and specifications
  • Advise on tendering procedures, examine and analyze tenders, recommend tender awards and conduct negotiations
  • Coordinates price packages with suppliers, subcontractors, owners, designers and architects regarding tenders
  • Participates in site review, tender review, tender hand-off, project closing and operational/sector meetings with the Director Sales & Proposals, Project Manager, and Purchasing as required
  • Prepare and maintain a directory of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors
  • Liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors, and prepare economic feasibility studies on changes and adjustments to cost estimates
  • Assist in conducting material and equipment purchasing for secured jobs
  • Identify labour, equipment, material, time requirements, and technical specifications
  • Assist with the development of WBS and schedules
  • Conduct quantity take-off estimates based on engineering drawings and specifications to compute labour and material costs to support budget development and change management
  • Work with project manager to develop overall project budget and cost baseline
  • Travel to various sites or clients to undertake the above


COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

  • Communicates Effectively
  • Customer Focus
  • Holds Self and Others Accountable
  • Problem Solving and Innovation
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Values and Respects Others

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (or related discipline) or College Technical Diploma or related experience
  • Relevant designation preferred

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

  • 6 years of estimating experience for related construction/power generation projects
  • Experience on projects with high-risk complexity
  • Proven experience with industry standards and cost estimating software


SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

  • Strong communication, organization, analytical and relevant technical skills
  • Available to travel
  • Computer literacy: MS word, Outlook, Excel, MS Project, and JD Edwards


WORK PERKS & BENEFITS

  • Optional hybrid work model
  • Company paid health and dental benefits
  • Opportunity to participate in community and wellness initiatives
  • Team building events
  • Access to a dynamic Employee & Family Assistance Program
  • Opportunity for ongoing professional development
  • Rewards and recognition
  • Scholarship Program for employee dependents


APPLICATION PROCESS

Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

Last updated on Sep 16, 2024

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