Estimator

2 weeks ago

Acheson, Canada Powell Full time

As a top player in Switchgear and E-house Manufacturing and field servicing, a career with us will challenge you to solve some very tough problems. You will be rewarded with growth, personal development & industry expertise. At Powell, we provide a comprehensive salary package, RRSP matching, extensive benefits and job training all within a professional & friendly working environment.

Based out of the Electrical Division Edmonton (EDE) location, the Estimator/Applications Engineer will report to the Estimating Supervisor of the Sales & Estimating department. The Estimator/Applications Engineer will be responsible for competitive technical proposals and accurate cost estimates of switchgear and electrical buildings. This position also provides functional support to the sales and execution team.

**Essential Responsibilities**
- Reviews customer project documentation including: specification, data sheets and drawings to gain a complete understanding of the projects requirement from a technical and commercial perspective.
- Develops detailed and comprehensive proposals that accurately depict a proper understanding of the projects requirements while also complying with customer specifications, industry standards, and applicable local codes.
- Provides suitable comments and or exceptions necessary to convey a clear message to our customers regarding Powells compliance with the requirements of the project.
- Creates Basis of Estimate and Basis of Schedule documents to accompany the estimate.
- Acquires and provides technical leadership to supporting departments such as sales and other stakeholders.
- Works with various project teams to facilitate the use of estimating tools and processes to produce accurate, reputable proposals.
- Prepares and presents overviews of proposals to clients and internal stakeholders as required.
- Reviews product specific cost data and conduct appropriate analysis using statistical tools and performance measurements; works with the production engineering staff; manufacturing engineering, and operations departments in order to institute accurate labor and material forecasting factors into pricing systems.
- Other duties as required.

**Core Competencies**
- Planning & Organization Prioritize activities, effectively establishes appropriate courses of action, and monitors progress. Anticipates potential outcomes in order to effectively prioritize workload.
- Decision Making Exercises good judgement in order to make well-informed decisions. Drives decisions to closure with good data and understanding of potential outcomes.
- Problem Solving Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions.
- Customer Focus - Sees the world through the eyes of our customers (internal and external), understands their needs, and exceeds their expectations.
- Accountability Is accountable for own actions, fully commits to agreed upon plans and strategies and takes action to achieve them.
- Communication Strong written, listening, and oral communication skills. Able to communicate complex technical information in a simple and understandable way.
- Understanding of local codes such as the Canadian Electrical Code and National Building Code.
- Understanding of cost estimating concepts, techniques and work flows including documentation of estimate input data and version control.

**Qualifications**
- Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in an Electrical Engineering discipline or a C.E.T. designation from an accredited technical institute, college or University
- Valid Journeyman Ticket is considered an asset.
- Familiarity with Metal Building Systems and Electrical Switchgear is considered an asset.
- 1-3 years of experience in an Estimating is considered an asset.
- Experience with vendors and components for common commercial/industrial power distribution, motor controls, process control, and lighting projects.
- Previous experience with AutoCAD and advance Excel is preferred.

**Working Conditions**
- Temperature controlled working environment.
- Job requires working in an office setting.
- Working in front of a computer for the majority of the shift.

**Physical Requirements**
- Maintaining body equilibrium and agility to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, ascending or descending stairs.
- Bending the body at the waist, the legs at the knees, and extending arms and hands in any direction in a repetitive manner.
- Standing, walking, and speaking for long periods of time.
- Perceiving size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with the fingertips.

**Who we are**

Powell Canada Inc. is a subsidiary of Powell Industries, which is located in Houston, Texas. Globally, we have over 70 years of experience. Powell Canada is a reputable electrical manufacturing and electrical/instrumentation contracting company. We hold a strong industry presence with offices located in Acheson, Calgary and Montreal.

Powell strives to create one unified company through training,

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