Estimator

As aNorth Americanleader in infrastructure development, Aecon issafelyandsustainablybuilding what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructureprojectsof our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

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Under the general supervision of the Estimating Manager, the Estimator is responsible for the preparation and documentation of cost estimates and executions plan for the construction of projects. Computes costs estimates of raw materials purchased or leased equipment or subcontracted work and labor required in the bid tendering process

Citizenship Must be a US Citizen to apply for this position.

What You'll Do Here

• Responsible for participating in design reviews for plant systems, structures, and components within the individuals area of expertise.
• Participation and understanding of both design/build and build to spec contracts
• Interpret project drawings and specifications, analyze blueprints, specifications, and other documentation
• Create sketches, drawings, and specifications to meet client requirements
• Responsible for accurate take-off of quantities from project drawings and specifications
• Responsible for the preparations and documentation of project estimates following estimating policy and procedures
• Analyzes sub-trade quotations, liaison with subcontractors for clarification of issues
• Estimate Preparation - labor hours, material costs; tender form requirement tools & equipment lists; scheduling; and compile bid packages for subcontractors
• Prepares bid bond applications
• Participate in turnover meetings with Project Management on successful bids
• Site visits may be required on more complex tenders
• Maintains tendering process and set up cost monitoring and reporting systems/procedures
• Costs out potential scope of work changes and bid to construction reviews
• Costs out potential additional costs claim situations
• Tender closings i.e., review of documents, compile proposal information, participate in closing meetings
• Customer follow-up of proposals
• Address any addendums, change orders etc. Such other duties and responsibilities as assigned by his/her manager

What You Bring To The Team

• Minimum 5 - 8 years of power plant experience within an estimating department
• Strong estimating background on large capital projects
• Experience managing lump sum projects with large value
• Exceptional organizational Skills
• Strong communication skills oral and written
• Common sense, concentration, imagination, ability to read and understand drawings, self-assurance, responsible attitude, and leadership qualities.
• Good knowledge of sub trades
• Trade Certification and/or P. Eng / CET, or equivalent industry experience
• Trade Pipefitter, Boilermaker, Millwright, or Ironworker background
• Good familiarity with MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Ability to work in a multi-discipline team environment including Aecon personnel, vendors, consultants, and clients
• Ability to write Proposals
• Ability to develop Level 3, 4 schedules using Primavera P6 andMS Projects