Senior Estimator

TSG STAFFING SERVICES is currently recruiting for a SENIOR ESTIMATOR for an Alberta based opportunity to work in an operating plant environment.

Job Description:

• Responsible for project estimates with high proficiency in all areas (i.e. Civil, Structural, Electrical, Instrumentation, Mechanical) within the operating facility, for brownfield and greenfield projects
• Developing, approving and presenting estimate plans, budgets and schedules
• Reviewing, approving and issuing recommended contingency rates and escalation rates to be presented to the project team
• Analyzing estimating data and correlating to other projects and standards
• Maintaining requirements of the estimate and anticipating overlaps and gaps in costing
• Ensuring that internal reviews are provided in a timely manner
• Reviewing and providing guidance in the preparation of proposal cash flow models and working capital analysis
• Reviewing and critiquing designs and specifications for cost effectiveness and suggests alternatives when required
• Participating in risk discussion and associated contingency recommendations

Job Requirements:

• Technical college diploma and/or engineering degree
• 15+ years of estimating experience, preferably with large projects in an operations setting (Chemical, Oil and Gas, Mining)
• Multi-disciplinary estimator (civil, mechanical, piping, instrumentation & electrical estimating experience) with a minimum of 15 years recent experience
• AACE certified in estimating and/or be a current member of AACE International
• Estimating software experience, excellent Excel skills
• Background in SAP an asset
• Understanding of Microsoft Office suite of products
• Ability to write and present estimate plans/basis documents
• Previous experience in an operating plant preferred
• Maintenance and industrial project controls experience is an advantage
• Knowledge of industry/regulatory codes, standards and practices
• Ability to work with limited supervision
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential

Pay rates or salaries will be based on experience and current market standards. Only selected candidates will be contacted.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their resume through the form below.