ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY

　　Black & McDonald's Power Generation team is growing! If you are committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.

　　The Estimator is located in Bowmanville and typically reports directly to the Estimating & Proposals Manager. Their primary focus is to analyze costs of and prepare engineering, procurement and construction estimates for civil engineering, structural, electrical and mechanical projects within the Power Generation Sector. In addition Estimators may provide technical and administrative support to project operations with emphasis on estimating, reporting and monitoring progress, planning and scheduling, and dealing with project change.

　　JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

　　Prepare estimates of probable costs of materials, labour and equipment for construction projects based on contract bids, quotations, schematic drawings and specifications

　　Advise on tendering procedures, examine and analyze tenders, recommend tender awards and conduct negotiations

　　Coordinates price packages with suppliers, subcontractors, owners, designers and architects regarding tenders

　　Participates in site review, tender review, tender hand-off, project closing and operational/sector meetings with the Estimating & Proposals Division Manager, Project Manager, and Purchasing as required

　　Prepare and maintain a directory of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors

　　Liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors, and prepare economic feasibility studies on changes and adjustments to cost estimates

　　Assist in conducting material and equipment purchasing for secured jobs

　　Identify labour, equipment, material, time requirements, and technical specifications

　　Assist with the development of WBS and schedules

　　Conduct quantity take-off estimates based on engineering drawings and specifications to compute labour and material costs to support budget development and change management

　　Work with project manager to develop overall project budget and cost baseline

　　Travel to various sites or clients to undertake the above

　　COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

　　Communicates Effectively

　　Customer Focus

　　Holds Self and Others Accountable

　　Problem Solving and Innovation

　　Teamwork and Collaboration

　　Values and Respects Others

　　EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

　　Bachelor's degree in Engineering (or related discipline) or College Technical Diploma or related experience

　　Relevant designation preferred

　　WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

　　10 years of estimating experience for related construction/power generation projects

　　Experience on projects with high-risk complexity

　　Proven experience with industry standards and cost estimating software

　　SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

　　Strong communication, organization, analytical and relevant technical skills

　　Available to travel

　　Computer literacy: MS word, Outlook, Excel, MS Project, and JD Edwards

　　WORK PERKS & BENEFITS

　　Optional hybrid work model

　　Company paid health and dental benefits

　　Opportunity to participate in community and wellness initiatives

　　Team building events

　　Access to a dynamic Employee & Family Assistance Program

　　Opportunity for ongoing professional development

　　Rewards and recognition

　　Scholarship Program for employee dependents

　　APPLICATION PROCESS

　　Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

　　If you are an existing Black & McDonald employee, please notify your supervisor of your interest and intent to apply before applying.