Estimator - Vancouver - Qualus

Description

Position Overview

Power Your Future with Qualus in our T&D business as an Estimator. As an intermediate to senior level Estimator, you will be you will be responsible for developing accurate and detailed project estimates, ensuring they meet the required standards in line with contractual obligations as well as company policies, procedures, and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates at various stages of the design process, from conceptual design to pre-tender stage
• Review and evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotes
• Liaise with engineering, procurement, subcontract, and construction teams to ensure accurate reflection of requirements in cost estimates
• Perform cost risk assessments and probabilistic simulations to establish project contingency and project reserve
• Identify solutions to mitigate risks by assessing the uncertainties associated with projects' micro and macro environment, productivity, material pricing, wage rates and quantity variation to calculate the associated risk costs
• Establish and review the conceptual scopes of estimates and studies when definition is not available through a demonstrated ability to conceptualize the design of the finished product, and utilize specialized contingency skills to compensate for undefined scope
• Prepare and provide guidance in the preparation of cash flow models and working capital analysis when delegated
• Prepare basis of estimate (BoE) detailing assumptions, exclusions, methodologies, data sources, risks, and scope used to develop a cost estimate
• Plan, schedule, and lead estimate reviews and presentations both internally and with clients and provide proactive cost management advice to ensure clients understand the content of reports and estimates
• Contribute to and support project pursuits, establish a critical path schedule for the estimate and assist with bid document control by documenting, organizing, and archiving all information relating to the estimate for successful transfer to the project team
• Complete assessments and analysis of any cost variances between estimate stages
• Assess merit and cost for project changes and claims and support negotiations and procurement activities
• Collaborate with other Project Controls disciplines to ensure project budgets and schedules are integrated and developed to reflect the structure and content of the approved project cost estimate
• Develop and continuously improve estimating templates, tools, and cost models and promote standard estimating systems and procedures
• Maintain historical databases, escalation indices, productivity data, and track estimated vs. actual costs, analyze variances, and support lessons learned for continuous improvement
• Build and maintain strong relationships with subtrades, consultants, suppliers, and clients
• Ensure compliance with company processes, procedures, and guidelines
• Carry out other estimating and cost management activities as required

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an estimator, preferably working on projects in the power sector
• A degree or diploma in Engineering, Business, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or related discipline
• Ability to clearly present complex cost data and influence decisions
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills combined with sound judgment and initiative
• Ability to solve complex problems using sound professional judgment, creativity, and innovation and to make timely decisions and meet deadlines
• Responsive to internal and external stakeholder requests
• Capability to work independently with minimal guidance
• Self-motivated with excellent organizational, communication and report writing skills;
• Knowledge of Palisade @Risk software:
• Knowledge of cost estimating, CIQS and AACE guidelines and best practices, engineering design, construction practices, and procurement for major projects;
• Familiarity with the AACE International cost estimate classification system;
• Knowledge of estimating methodologies, scheduling, construction practices, and project constraints and risks
• Knowledge of different procurement methods, contracts, and how they apply to estimating
• Proficiency in MS Office with advanced Excel skill level will be an asset

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Company Overview

Qualus is a leading pure-play power solutions firm and innovator at the forefront of power infrastructure transformation, with differentiated capabilities across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with utilities, commercial, industrial, data center, and government clients, and renewable and energy storage developers, offering comprehensive solutions through boutique and integrated advisory, planning, engineering, digital solutions, program management, and specialized field services. Qualus also provides software and technology enabled services and develops breakthrough solutions for critical power industry challenges such as distributed and variable resource integration, emergency management, and secure data exchange. The firm has over 1,800 professionals, with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada.

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