Senior Cost Estimator

2 weeks ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada Vianode Full time
Join Our Team as Industrial Senior Cost Estimator: Shaping the Future of Battery Technology

Vianode is an advanced battery materials company providing sustainable anode graphite solutions for the battery and EV value chains in North America and Europe. Vianode's breakthrough solution enables tailored high-performance synthetic anode graphite and a holistic sustainability offering including a 90% reduction in CO2 footprint.

Vianode operates the world's most sustainable full-scale anode graphite plant for batteries at Herøya Norway. The next step involves executing multi-billion dollar phased investment program dedicated to establishing large-scale plants across North America and Europe.

Vianode's long-term ambition is to supply advanced battery materials to 3 million EVs per year by 2030. Vianode is owned by the world-leading industrial and financial companies Hydro and Altor.

Check out our storyhere

About the Position:

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Cost Estimator to join our team in North America Eastern region. This role requires a deep understanding of the north American eastern region construction industry, especially on industrial, oil and gas projects and a proven track record in estimating and project management. The position will be reporting to Project Control Manager, and coordinate with team working from head office in Norway.

Main Responsibilities:

- Develop and implement cost estimation plan, procedures, guidelines and systems.
- Provide accurate and detailed cost estimates to support project planning and execution.
- Prepare cost breakdown structure, its definitions in line with company guidelines.
- Source pricing information for materials and equipment from suppliers and subcontractors.
- Analyze project specifications, drawings, and other documentation to prepare estimates.
- Estimate costs for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors, considering factors such as project size, complexity, location, duration, commodities production rates etc.
- Collaborate with project teams to assess value engineering options that maintain quality and reduce costs, presenting alternative construction approaches where possible.
- Develop cost databases, incl. benchmarks and metrics, and enhance reporting through dashboards to compare with internal/ external metrics and present to Senior Management.
- Working and collaborating with project managers, supply chain leaders, engineers to ensure possession of accurate information for compilation of estimates.
- Support supply chain team to develop pricing preambles and payment schedules for bidding.
- Participate in and support Cost Risk Analysis sessions by providing uncertainties ranges for quantities, unit rate, production rates and risk events.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, materials, and construction methods.
- Adhere to the established policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in cost estimating within the construction industry or equivalent.
- Experience with large-scale (above $1B) construction industrial and/or oil & gas projects.
- Proficient in Excel building macro, formulas and power queries, Power BI, databases, and ability to process and analyze large volumes of data.

- Proficiency in implementing continuous enhancement and contributing to team success.
- Excellent understanding of estimating industry benchmarks and best practices.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, communication, interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team and pay attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
- Familiarity with scheduling software (MS Project, Primavera) and proficiency in constructing precise schedules review.
- Aptitude for performing accurate quantity takeoffs both manually and electronically.
- Experience with third party estimating software would be an asset.
- Basic accounting skills useful for the job are an advantage.
- Certification as a Certified Cost Professional (CCP) through the AACE would be an asset.

Location: Ontario, Canada

At Vianode, we believe in "The power of we." The Vianode way is collaboration on every level. Together, we unleash a force greater than the sum of each one of us, and we acknowledge every individual effort in our shared accomplishments.

You are a great fit for our team if you:

- Take charge and enjoy being part of a fast-growing, agile, pioneering company that depends on personal initiative, responsibility, and drive.
- Like to challenge the status quo by being courageous and committed.
- Want to keep learning, personally and professionally, and continuously pursue opportunities to develop and improve.

Why Join Vianode?

Join us on our mission to deliver the most efficient solutions to reduce battery industry emissions. Together, we're pioneering anode graphite technology for a carbon-neutral society, paving the way for the green transition and a more sustainable future.

Apply today

Vianode is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We look forward to welcoming candidates who share our vision for a sustainable future.

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