Cost Estimating Manager

**Why join us?**

SNC-Lavalin provides cutting-edge engineering, procurement, construction and financing solutions to projects in more than 100 countries around the world. From the Canadian Arctic to the Southern African region and Australasia, our multicultural workforce is driven by a fierce pride in their work and a pioneering vision.

SNC-Lavalin is truly a global leader in its field and has been chosen to design and build some of the most prestigious projects in the world.

This role of Manager, Cost Estimating is primarily responsible for developing and supporting the Cost Estimating team in the preparation, review and approval of cost estimates for proposals, internal feasibility studies, and customer project estimate deliverables. Responsibilities of this role also include the ongoing development of standard cost models, and the enhancement of Cost Estimating capabilities through the development of benchmarking databases and the implementation of estimating software and systems.

**How will you contribute to the team?**

**_ Core Functions - _**
- Manage, develop, mentor and support the Cost Estimating team through the delivery of estimating milestones for proposals and feasibility studies.
- Develop cost benchmarking capabilities so that cost estimates can be compared to internal and external metrics.
- Demonstrate visible leadership and deliver exceptional estimating services for all clients and stakeholders.

**_ Technical Leadership - _**
- Oversee the development of nuclear project capital cost estimates ranging from AACE Class 1 to Class 5, including EPC estimates for new build nuclear plants, mid-life retube and refurbishment, Engineering and Field Services projects, and manufacturing scopes.
- Responsible for providing oversight to Estimating staff, reviewing estimate deliverables, and providing guidance on matters relating to the estimate throughout the bid process from proposal kick-off up to senior management approval.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives for in-house standard cost models and templates used to prepare estimates for proposals/bids, project change orders, and internal and external feasibility study estimates across Candu.
- Provide guidance on the development of cost databases and benchmarks for new build and other major nuclear project scopes, including benchmarks and metrics for project management, engineering, equipment, construction, commissioning, and project indirect costs.
- Review proposal cash flows and payment schedules and ensure alignment with contractual payment terms and Finance/Corporate approval parameters.
- Prepare and/or review Estimate Plan and Basis of Estimate documents when required to support major project bids or client estimate deliverables.
- Participate in proposal estimate review and approval meetings, chair estimate review meetings when required, and provide guidance to teams on recommended estimate approaches based on internal procedures and industry best practices.
- Interface with Finance regularly to ensure that cost parameters and rates applied in cost models are up to date and calculation methodologies are aligned with the company’s financial processes.
- Assist in maintaining company policies, procedures and methodologies relevant to this discipline.

**_ Team Building and Management -_**
- Provide coaching and mentoring to cost estimating team members, regularly monitor team and individual progress and provide guidance when necessary.
- Lead estimating training initiatives when required.
- Maintain a positive team culture, and create opportunities for the team’s development.

**What will you contribute?**
- Post-secondary degree or diploma in a technical or business program.
- At least 10 years of estimating and/or cost modelling experience within a high technology or construction industry, or equivalent years in major project estimating experience and education.
- Solid leadership and management/supervisory skills, ability to prioritize and to work under tight deadlines.
- Professional designation as a Certified Cost Professional (CCP) through the AACE would be an asset.
- Excellent understanding of estimating industry benchmarks and best practices.
- Recognized expertise in estimating services, in nuclear or other construction/technical industries.
- Ability to inspire and motive teams, and unlock future talent.
- Excellent communication and writing skills.
- Excellent analytical/ problem solving skills.
- Proficient in Excel, Power BI, databases, and ability to process and analyze large volumes of data.
- Experience with third party estimating software would be an asset
- Flexibility to occasionally work beyond the standard work hours to assure deadlines are met.

**What we offer at SNC-Lavalin**:
At SNC-Lavalin, you will enjoy competitive compensation, a safe and healthy work environment, and a full range of benefits (ie.: group insurance, retirement savings plan, share purchase plan, continuing education program, etc.).
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