Senior Project Controls Specialist (Estimator)

Description

• Manage cost checks and carry out valuations on larger projects, and ensure timely and accurate cost checking, and valuation process.
• Perform all aspects of estimating, cost analysis and verification of contractor costs.
• Provide input into value engineering; negotiate and approve and sign off final cost estimates.
• Develop scope of work and estimates for change orders and manage the change order process.
• Provide input into value engineering; negotiate and approve final accounts.
• Implement and manage Change order procedures and confidentiality of all cost estimates.
• Present meetings and negotiate costs with Contractors.
• Use the appropriate estimating tool (client tools, customized estimating spreadsheets, industry estimating software, benchmarking, etc.).
• Provide leadership to cost management team when necessary, ensure the delivery on all of accountabilities.
• Accurately track change orders until payment is made.
• Identify improvements for cost management procedures, templates, and products, and refer ideas to appropriate Lead Manager.
• Develop cost estimates from drawings and specifications.
• Maintain liaison with client and other consultants at all project stages.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience of collaboration in a diverse and inclusive team, working together toward technical excellence.
• Good knowledge and experience gained within several industry sectors.
• Computer-based estimating software experience a plus
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office tools (Excel, word etc.).
• Strong commitment to innovation by creating new and better ways to solve clients’ toughest challenges.
• Good organization skills, ability to multi-tasking, and be a team player.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering with 7+ years’ experience in construction and preparation of estimates.
• Must have Experience working in the Infrastructure (Rail/Transit Construction).
• Certification for Estimating/ Cost Professional is a plus.
• Team player - Demonstrate solid presentation, verbal, written, and communication skills.
• Good knowledge of all methods of construction procurement.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance