Description

JOB OVERVIEW
The estimator will report to the Project Controls Manager – Estimating. This position is responsible for cost estimating projects within the Project function.

The successful candidate will be required to assist development of capital estimates either in-house or by contractor.

You will work on all Development & Manage Projects (D&MP) stage (AACEI Class 1 to 5) estimates. Estimators understand high level / quantity based estimate process, can assist in development of all components of estimate (direct, indirect, engineering, project management, completions & commissioning, escalation and contingency).

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

  • Support development of all types of estimates for individual D&MP stage under supervision.
  • Analyze / compare various components and metrics with internal / external benchmarks
  • Support end-to-end estimating process. Assist in development of estimate and benchmarking preparation plan to estimate basis, presentations.
  • Assist in developing benchmarking bundles for various D&MP stages
  • Attend all corporate required training courses as deem necessary for the position
  • Be willing to travel to a site location (overnight) as needed

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:

  • Technical diploma or University degree
  • 2 to 5 years of experience in preparing cost estimates for industrial projects.
  • Exposure to field construction activities for industrial projects.

Skills and Knowledge:

  • Awareness of Aspen-tech (k-Base) estimating software will be an asset.
  • Ability to work with team members to support estimating deliverables in a timely manner.
  • Analytical skills to compare estimates with internal and external benchmarks
  • Good interpersonal and communication (both verbal and written) skills
  • Excellent computer skills (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, Power BI)

WORKING CONDITIONS

  • The estimator will be assigned to work from Calgary offices and may require regular travel to site