Senior Estimator

Edmonton, AB, Canada

Job Description




We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join our dynamic team. This is a full-time permanent position with an attractive hybrid work schedule arrangement.

Reporting to the Director of Supply Chain, Senior Estimator develops full-cycle construction project and operational cost estimates. Acting as an effective liaison between multiple stakeholders, the incumbent leads and supports the objectives of the division, utilizing the concepts of continuous improvement that contributes to Civeo\'s success from an estimating and market perspective.

Responsibilities:

Estimating

  • Preparation of cost estimates of materials, equipment, utilities, & labor for construction projects based on contract bids, quotations, schematic drawings, and specifications from the client in the competitive bid request.
  • Build and maintain estimation index.
  • Research construction documents and analyze specifications.
  • Interpret applicable scope of work, constraints, risks, and opportunities throughout the competitive bid process and assign work tasks to various departments.
  • Prepare estimates and scope of work for construction activities inclusive of architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, and civil components of projects.
  • Work with operations to prepare estimates for operational activities inclusive of food costs, staffing and labor requirements, telecommunications, maintenance, and consumables.
  • Compare formulated costs for competitive bid submission to company\'s historical information to ensure accuracy. Review costs with senior management in both operations and construction to ensure alignment across all departments.
  • Monitor Estimating department KPIs and ensure the department goals are successfully and consistently met.
  • Implement and develop estimating process/procedure and ensure they are in compliance with Civeo standards and client requirements.
  • Assist senior management with complex estimates, competitive bids and contracts and with the implementation of initiatives for continuous process improvement to increase efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of services.
  • Collaborate efficiently with all project stakeholders to provide support with specifications, cost estimates and adjustments.
  • Provide support for the competitive bid process and set up process for cost monitoring and reporting systems and procedures. This includes response to all requests for pricing packages for the client\'s specifications and requirements, verification and ensuring accuracy of the bid requests.
  • Liaise, build and nurture strong relationships with clients, vendors, contractors and company stakeholders.
  • Facilitate Bid review/ Post Bid/ No Bid Analysis with the management to ensure associated learning and communication takes place.
  • Keep updated on the latest estimating technology and industry-related techniques.
Project and Financial Controls
  • Ensure effective project control processes to monitor and compare planned scope of work, objectives, requirements, risks, schedules, and budgets against what is being delivered.
  • Complete project review with finance and project team at completion of project.
  • Incorporate and comply with Civeo\'s risk management policies and procedures.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
  • Post-secondary education in Construction Estimating, Construction Engineering, or related field with several years of experience.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in estimating principles are required.
  • Experience in supply chain and contract management
  • Business acumen with big picture thinker.
  • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to build and nurture strong relationship with business stakeholders, contractors and clients.
  • Strong computer skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
  • Modular construction estimating is considered an asset.
  • Stays up to date on the industry, competitor and market trends.
  • Sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization, and execution skills
  • Must be able to travel periodically.
  • Valid Class 5 Alberta driver\'s license
Competency Requirements
  • Working with People: Shows respect for the views and contributions of other team members; shows empathy; listens, supports and cares for others; consults others and shares information and expertise with them; builds team spirit and reconciles conflict; adapts to the team and fits in well.
  • Persuading and Influencing: Gains clear agreement and commitment from others by persuading, convincing and negotiating; makes effective use of political processes to influence and persuade others; promotes ideas on behalf of oneself or others; makes a strong personal impact on others; takes care to manage one\'s impression on others.
  • Creating and Innovating: Produces new ideas, approaches, or insights; creates innovative products or designs; produces a range of solutions to problems.
  • Planning and Organizing: Sets clearly defined objectives; plans activities and projects well in advance and takes account of possible changing circumstances; identifies and organizes resources needed to accomplish tasks; manages time effectively; monitors performance against deadlines and milestones.
  • Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations: Focuses on customer needs and satisfaction; sets high standards for quality and quantity; monitors and maintains quality and productivity; works in a systematic, methodical and orderly way; consistently achieves project goals.
  • Adapting and Responding to Change: Adapts to changing circumstances; tolerates ambiguity; accepts new ideas and change initiatives; adapts interpersonal style to suit different people or situations; shows an interest in new experiences.
  • Coping with Pressures and Setbacks: Maintains a positive outlook at work; works productively in a pressurized environment; keeps emotions under control during difficult situations; handles criticism well and learns from it; balances the demands of a work life and a personal life.
Civeo is committed to the principle of employment equity. We welcome diversity and encourage all who are qualified to express their interest.

To apply, please submit resume online to http://civeo.com/people-careers/job-opportunities

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2265214
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Edmonton, AB, Canada
  • Education
    Not mentioned