Lead Estimator (closed)

Calgary, AB Canada
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Job Description

Summary:

  • ·         Responsible for leading and coordinating Calgary office estimating activities.
  • ·         Supervises and participates in the preparation, review and presentation of EPC estimates
  • ·         Responsible for major Oil Sand (SAGD, Upgrading, Refining and Pipelining) project estimates
  • ·         Performs department organizational and administrative activities as directed.
  • ·         Provides technical and operational guidance, leadership and training
  • ·         Acts as Estimating Manager when required.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • ·         Degree or technical diploma in either engineering, cost-engineering, quantity surveying. 
  • ·         Minimum fifteen years experience in an Estimating or Project Controls / Cost Control related field
  • ·         Must have large project, Oil/Gas leadership experience with Alberta; SAGD experience a significant asset.
  • ·         Able to write and present estimate plans/basis documents; schedule and supervise the work of other estimators
  • ·         Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • ·         Knowledge of industry/regulatory codes, standards and practices
  • ·         Intermediate to advanced computer skills, particularly in the use of databases, spreadsheets etc.

Typical Responsibilities:

  • ·         Develops, approves and presents estimate plans, budgets and schedules.
  • ·         Prepares estimate plan for major projects
  • ·         Prepares factored equipment based and conceptual estimates.
  • ·         Provides expert guidance, analysis and reviews of all estimates and studies.
  • ·         Analyzes estimating data and correlates to other projects and Maintains the “big picture”
  • ·         Reviews the incorporation of commercial terms and conditions (tax and currency exchange, etc.).
  • ·         Responsible for review of the complete Request for Proposal (RFP)
  • ·         Reviews and ensures WIN Plan is incorporated and executed in the Estimate Plan.
  • ·         Leads presentation of estimate Management Reviews.
  • ·         Ensures that internal reviews are scheduled in a timely manner

The position in on staff here in Calgary with a Major EPC/M Client.

Brian Cain

Brokerage Owner, Engineering Division

Direct: 403-775-0145

Email: brian@staffingexchange.com

LinkedIn: http://ca.linkedin.com/in/brianjcain

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