Senior Cost Analyst

4 weeks ago


Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada Graham Full time
About Graham

Graham is a construction solutions partner owned by its employees, dedicated to serving various sectors including buildings, industrial, infrastructure, water, and project finance. We create enduring value for our clients through precise planning and scheduling, while adhering to stringent safety and quality standards. With a presence across North America, our committed and knowledgeable teams execute projects that empower communities to flourish and individuals to thrive in an ever-evolving environment. With over ninety years of experience, Graham possesses the resources, capacity, and expertise to manage projects of any size and complexity.

We invite exceptional talent to join our Buildings division to spearhead innovative projects across healthcare, education, hospitality, recreation, entertainment, retail, commercial office, mixed-use, multi-family residential, and light industrial sectors. As part of this collaborative team, you will benefit from a safe, diverse, and inclusive workplace, along with continuous learning and career advancement opportunities.

About The Role

In this role, reporting to the Estimating Manager, you will support and lead various project pursuits within our Winnipeg Buildings division. As a vital member of the team, you will engage in pursuits related to Industrial, Commercial, Institutional, Water and Waste Water Treatment plants, and Hydro-Electric projects, while also mentoring and fostering growth among your colleagues.

Key Responsibilities:
  1. Define the project scope of work.
  2. Establish and finalize estimates using the company’s standard estimating software.
  3. Prepare initial construction timelines.
  4. Conduct estimate quantification and draft labor costings.
  5. Identify and develop construction feasibility requirements for project execution.
  6. Evaluate design criteria and assist in recommending options for cost, engineering quality, and material availability.
  7. Identify potential project risks and cost mitigation strategies, as well as opportunities for cost savings.
  8. Assess potential strategies, advantages, or innovations that could enhance Graham's competitive bidding.
  9. Draft labor and equipment productivity applications to estimates based on historically accurate data.
  10. Review subcontractor bids for discrepancies and ensure comprehensive scope coverage.
  11. Compile conceptual/budget costs utilizing past project analytics and benchmarking.
  12. Develop scopes of work for subcontractors to assist in budgeting for smaller, less complex projects.
  13. Create an estimate schedule detailing all activities necessary for a fully quantified and costed estimate.
  14. Provide precise evaluations of risk and scope for completed estimates.
  15. Generate and evaluate risk mitigation plans that ensure bonding, insurance costing, and suitable contingencies.
  16. Select and invite financially viable trade partners with adequate resources and expertise to undertake the work.
  17. Foster and maintain relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders that align with Graham's core values.
  18. Lead a team of support estimators and operational staff, overseeing their planning, delegation, and quality of work on medium to large complexity projects.
  19. Facilitate the Kick-Off Meeting, weekly strategy sessions, and any formal meetings essential to ensuring the estimate process meets established milestone dates.
  20. Understand potential fee pressures and engage in discussions to accurately assess and calculate fees.
Qualifications/Experience:
  1. Completion of a degree or diploma in a construction-related field.
  2. Over 10 years of experience in construction, encompassing both field and estimating roles, is advantageous.
  3. Proficiency in MS Excel, Primavera, OnScreen Takeoff, Bluebeam, and BIM modeling is beneficial.

If you resonate with this profile, Graham may be the ideal environment for you.

Graham is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, regional, or national law.



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