Estimator

1 month ago

Old Toronto, Canada Bechtel Full time

Requisition ID: 276457

- Relocation Authorized: None
- Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
- Work Location: Toronto, ON

Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment through start-up and operations.

Project Overview:

Bechtel Infrastructure, along with key sub-vendors Bantrel and Comtech, have been appointed as the Delivery Partner (DP) within an Integrated Project Team (IPT) comprising the customer, Metrolinx, and its Technical Advisor (TA) for the Ontario Line Subway (OLS) Project. The OLS Project scope includes the design build, operation, and maintenance of all infrastructure and rail systems associated with 15 stations and over 15 km of new alignment, being delivered through major Public Private Partnership (P3) contracts and multiple Early and Advanced Works (EAW) contracts. The OLS Project is planned to open for revenue service in 2031. The DP team forms a key part of the overall leadership of the OLS Project.

The Joint Corridor section of the Ontario Line Subway project includes worksites at Don Yard (470 Lake Shore Blvd) and within the Kingston Subdivision from Eastern Avenue to Gerrard Street (388 Carlaw Avenue). This role is site-based and the successful candidate will be expected to work full-time at the 388 Carlaw Avenue project office.

Job Summary:

The Estimator will be responsible for providing cost estimating services for the Progressive Design Build Elevated Guideway and Stations contract on the Ontario Line. This estimating position will prepare and review target price development from the contractor and work throughout the target price development phase on the final estimate. Post target price development phase, the estimator will provide estimates for changed scope, claims analysis, and independent validation of information coming from the Ontario Line contractors. The ideal candidate will have the right to live and work in Canada and current or previous experience developing estimates on large infrastructure projects.

Major Responsibilities:

  1. Check and analyze the Contractor estimates and provide feedback.
  2. Perform estimation operations like quantity takeoff, develop estimate, compare, and analyze subtrade quotes.
  3. Review design scope criteria and quantities for completeness and reasonableness, and coordinate with the project to develop additional estimating basis when information is incomplete. Suggest alternatives when appropriate.
  4. Allocate indirect costs and fee to owner pay items when required.
  5. Perform and review escalation calculations for estimates of complex jobs.
  6. Identify ways to mitigate risk. Assess the uncertainties associated with productivity, material pricing, wage rates, and quantity variation.
  7. Support development of estimating standards and procedures.
  8. Prepare cost studies utilizing historical data, statistical analysis, and cost and quantity comparisons. Develop new techniques as required to meet specific needs.
  9. Participate in and contribute to Value Engineering studies.

Education and Experience Requirements:

  1. Requires a bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 10-13 years of relevant experience or 14-17 years of relevant work experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  1. 7-10 years of proven experience as an estimator in large-scale infrastructure projects, with specific experience in rail or LRT projects preferred.
  2. Strong understanding of construction processes, costs, and engineering principles.
  3. Ability to read and interpret construction plans and contract terms.
  4. Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail.
  5. Superior communication and negotiation skills.
  6. Knowledge in the use of technology for executing work processes. Proficient in Microsoft and estimating software applications currently being used by Project (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, HCSS, InEight).
  7. Understanding of Estimating core processes and procedures.
  8. Experience in EPC estimating practices and methods, including demonstrated ability to organize, direct, perform, review, and present cost estimating products with a minimum of supervision.
  9. Thorough understanding of cost index and escalation projections.
  10. Proficient in Lump Sum and Design Build estimates for competitive bid projects.
  11. Understanding charging practices, the relevant commercial influences (i.e., insurance, taxes, etc.) and the relationship of charging practices to commercial terms, invoicing, and profitability.
  12. Understanding risk, where risk can exist, factors contributing to risk, risk management and categorization, and terms in risk management.

Total Rewards/Benefits:

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of engineers and beyond Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at bechtel/total-rewards.

Diverse teams build the extraordinary:

As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.

Bechtel is one of the most respected global engineering, construction, and project management companies. Together with our customers, we deliver landmark projects that foster long-term progress and economic growth. Since 1898, we’ve completed more than 25,000 extraordinary projects across 160 countries on all seven continents. We operate through five global businesses: Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals; and Manufacturing & Technology. Our company and our culture are built on more than a century of leadership and a relentless adherence to our values, the core of which are safety, quality, ethics, and integrity. These values are what we believe, what we expect, what we deliver, and what we live.

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

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