Master Estimator of Renewable Energy Projects

1 week ago


Calgary, Alberta, Canada TransAlta Full time

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join our team at TransAlta, a leading renewable energy company.

The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive project cost and schedule estimates for Bid-Build and EPC construction Request for Proposals (RFPs).

Key Responsibilities

  • Act as a trusted advisor to key stakeholders by building and maintaining relationships with business leaders to develop a clear understanding of business needs.
  • Lead a team of contributing estimators for respective SOWs to prepare accurate, competitive, and timely estimates for RFPs.
  • Provides leadership, coaching, and mentoring to estimators and associate estimators.
  • Reviews all estimate entries for accuracy of whole-project scope activity costs. Analyzes multi-discipline estimated expenses related to client RFP information, design, and costs to complete the estimate.
  • Assists in compiling historical cost data for projects.
  • Cordinates and schedules Estimating Handoff Meeting. Leads the project estimating team in preparing documents and presentations at the meeting and is the point of contact for follow-up action requested by the project construction team.
  • Promotes cross-collaboration within other business units and breaks down silos.
  • Sets priorities and enforces agreed deadlines.
  • Drives for results with a strong execution ability.
  • Applies consistent performance management, coaching, feedback, and corrective action.
  • Actively demonstrates TransAlta values and implements a culture of learning, purpose, and results.
  • Collaborates with project-assigned Preconstruction Manager for engineering support services and deliverables as the estimate basis.
  • Collaborates with Proposal Coordinator and Preconstruction Manager to assemble proposals during bidding.
  • Presents project scope, identified risks, and cost estimate for Operations and Executive reviews.

Requirements

To succeed in this role, you will need:

  • A bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
  • At least 5 years of experience in estimating for construction projects.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a dynamic team environment.
  • Experience with estimating software; HCSS Heavy Bid is beneficial.
  • Ability to apply varying levels of detail for both indicative and hard bid proposals.
  • Strong skills in client and subcontractor interface and negotiation.

What We Offer

TransAlta offers a competitive salary range of $120,000 - $180,000 per year, depending on experience, plus benefits and opportunities for professional growth and development.



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