Senior Estimator

2 weeks ago

Calgary, Canada Turner & Townsend Full time

Company Description

Do you want to be part of our successful team supporting top clients for  Turner & Townsend  in  Toronto ? We are hiring an ambitious and forward thinking  Senior  Estimator  to work in our growing team.

At  Turner & Townsend  we’re passionate about making the difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people to realize their potential, and doing our part to create a prosperous society.

Our team is dynamic, innovative and client-focused. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result our people get to work on some of the most exciting projects in the world.

Who are you?

You are a seasoned  Estimator  who specializes in natural resources estimatingwith a minimum of 7 years post-graduate experience looking for the next step or are currently undertaking a comparable role in a similar environment.

Job Description

 As a Senior Estimator, you will be involved in:

Producing construction cost estimates for major natural resource projects from feasibility/concept design up to detailed design (pre-tender estimates). Providing costings of options as part of project Optioneering stages Providing cost reconciliation cost estimates including associated justification to be presented to project clients and key stakeholders. Engaging in value engineering workshops to identify the cost savings and optimum solutions available for the client. Development, validation, and control of the Target Price within an Integrated Project Team Participating in probabilistic risk assessment workshops to calculate contingency provisions , Quantitative Risk Assessments (QRA) Providing client advice on capital and operational expenditure (OPEX) element of the project (, operation and maintenance, life cycle cost, whole life costs, etc.) Producing cost benchmark for validation and target-setting on major natural resource projects. Actively interfacing with project clients, key stakeholders, contractors, and consultants (engineering, etc.) during all project stages. Working in close collaboration with high performing project teams to ensure expectations are managed adequately and clients’ goals are achieved.

Qualifications

Experienced in cost/claims negotiations with (sub)contractors or working for a General Contractor not essential but a bonus. Experience working as an estimator in the aviation sector not essential but a bonus. Experience in developing, validating, and controlling Target Price within a collaborative environment a bonus. Quantity Surveying / Civil Engineering / Construction Management Degree and/or Certification or equivalent Minimum of 7 years’ experience in cost estimating positions across pre-contract/post-contract phases of natural resource projects Membership of professional organisations is a bonus (, CIQS / RICS / AACE) Knowledge and proficiency with estimating software used on major civil engineering projects.

Additional Information

At Turner & Townsend , we wholeheartedly adopt diversity. This dedication extends to our team, clients, and communities. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from individuals regardless of their race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or any other legally protected grounds. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Turner & Townsend is dedicated to encouraging a safe, healthy, and accessible environment. We are an Equal opportunity employer who will ensure accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request.

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