Specialist, Estimator North Atlantic Project

2 weeks ago

Copper Cliff, Canada Vale Full time

**Specialist, Estimator (North Atlantic Project Development)
**Join Vale today. Continuously learn throughout your career.
**Who We Are**:
Welcome to Vale in Canada. As a leader in the mining industry, our responsibility is to positively impact our people, communities, and the environment. We value our workforce and offer continuous training and career development opportunities for our people.

With our global headquarters in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and approximately 125,000 employees in over 30 countries, Vale is constantly growing and changing. We invite you to be part of our evolution.

**The Opportunity**

We are currently seeking a **Specialist, Estimator **to join our **Planning, Engineering, Technology and Development **team in **Sudbury **. This is a **permanent **position.

Responsible for development and review of cost estimates using various techniques practiced in metal and mining business. This position is also responsible for maintaining cost database and carrying out cost bench marking. Additionally, in this position you will be
- Responsible for developing Project Estimate Plans, Estimates and Basis of Estimate for North Atlantic Project Development team (FEL1, FEL2, FEL3 and Execution).
- Responsible for developing scopes of work, WBS and EBS, quantity takeoffs, assumptions, design and commercial growth, escalation, contingencies and cost-flow (baselines);
- Review and approve Estimate Plans, Estimates and Basis of Estimate developed by third parties (engineering and/or construction companies); Provide input related to estimates in final reports.
- Responsible to ensure that Capital Cost Estimating on Study projects for study or execution phases are developed, managed, maintained, and reported in accordance with corporate policies and project procedures.
- Key participant in Alignment Sessions, QRA Reviews, Technical/Peer Reviews, and Maturity Assessment during the project study and execution phases to ensure a high level of Capital Cost Estimating quality on projects.
- Responsible for supporting Risk analysis sessions to contribute aspects of CAPEX and OPEX risk and ensure the integrity of the QRA Monte Carlo simulations for the development and incorporation of risk elements into all project estimates.
- Accountable for the configuration, set-up and maintenance of project management software tools, estimating tools, being deployed on projects (E.g.: Prism, InEight Estimate);
- Develops and maintains a database of historical project cost information.
- Analyze cost reports and prepare cost comparisons as deemed necessary (i.e. check estimates, review of contractor claim submissions, trend alerts) and provide guidance to project managers and senior management.
- Benchmarking of CAPEX/OPEX against other similar projects internally and externally to ensure alignment with industry standards.
- Participate in Project Close Out sessions to help identify Lessons Learned and work with Project Development Team to update or develop standards or procedures.
- Develop standardized templates and other documents, as part of continuous improvement, streamlining estimating process and data to reduce errors, reduce review period and improve quality/accuracy.
- Develop and present cost estimates/details to various audiences as required.
- Coordinate with Scheduler, engineering consultants and other team members integration of cost related information in scheduling and/or other places.

**About You**

Education**:

- College education
- AACE Certification is preferred

**Experience**:
**Skills**:

- Excellent knowledge of project estimating, historical cost database development and maintenance, and benchmarking.
- Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail. Highly organized individual, strong accounting skills, and documentation management.
- Proven ability to work in a team environment, effective communicator, problem solving skills. Ability to work both independently as well as in a team environment.
- Continuous improvement approach to getting things done and a track record of improving things.
- Knowledge of procurement/contracts, construction management, scheduling, and document control.
- Advanced knowledge of MS Word, EXCEL, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to deal effectively and professionally with all staff levels within the office.
- Ability to travel.

**How can Vale grow your career?**
- Competitive salary
- Attractive pension and benefits (company paid core coverage, flex health and dental coverage, flex accounts, disability plans and optional insurances)
- Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation, flex, sick, top up for maternity/parental)
- Flexible work arrangements
- Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth
- Grow your career in a large and global company, and mining industry leader
- Employee Family Assistance Program
- Online training and career development opportunities
- Opportunities to advise and oversee the design, budget and construction of new

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