Cost Estimator - Pointe-Claire, Canada - ANDRITZ AG

ANDRITZ AG

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Pointe-Claire, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Description

Job family:
Supply Chain- Business area: Hydro- Contract location: Pointe-Claire, Quebec, CA- Working location: Pointe-Claire, Quebec, CA- Location type: Location Flexible- Contract type: Permanent- Job description:

As the first equipment manufacturer in Canada and a world leader in the design of hydroelectric turbines, Andritz Hydro Canada has more than 170 years of know-how.

In a context of energy transition, our hydroelectric innovation projects make sense. From design to construction, our innovative team of experts offers turnkey solutions.

By joining Andritz Hydro Canada, you are contributing to the development of sustainable technology, a clean future, and the maintenance of a proud Canadian expertise.

From water to wire - Be part of the movement

Summary of the role
The open position is for a Cost Estimator in the large hydro and service and rehabilitation proposal team.

This team is responsible to prepare technical and commercial proposals for large and complex turnkey hydro projects generally in response to a client Request for Proposals.

The Estimator is a key role within this team and has the overall responsibility to provide a complete and comprehensive cost estimate for the supply.

The Estimator is expected to work closely with the System Engineers and Proposal Manager to ensure the overall estimate is accurate and complete.

The individual duties shall include the following items:

Responsible for providing complete product cost estimate for hydro turbines, hydro generators and related auxiliaries (material & labour). The cost estimates can cover new material and/or the refurbishment of existing material;
Work with System Engineers and other members of the proposal team to validate scope and assumptions made inclusive of overall product supply strategy to be followed;
Identify risks associated with the supply plan selected for a proposal;
Prepare and issue RFQs for several components (internal and external suppliers);
Negotiate supplier lead times and pricing to ensure a winning proposal;
Analyze drawings, sketches, specifications and other documentation needed to prepare cost estimate;
Analyze actual costs and compare to estimates. Analyze and correct, when needed, tools used in estimate;
Work with the proposal team to properly document cost estimate for each proposal.

Why do you fit the profile?

Successful teams share objectives, and they also share values In addition to your strong skills and experience, we need someone with high motivation, a positive mindset, and a willingness to be part of a team.

Bachelor of Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (new grads will be considered);
One (1) to four (4) years' experience in product cost estimating of heavy machinery (or equivalent);
Knowledge of commercial aspects of procurement;
Proficiency in computer tools/software used for estimating;
Effective communication skills (oral & written) in a multistakeholder environment;
Fluency in French & English languages;
Excellent organizational and time management skills;
Manufacturing knowledge an asset;
Hydro product knowledge an asset.

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