Sr. Estimator - Underground

Description

• Working with estimating team to help predict the timescales of a project, which has a considerable bearing on costs
• Confer with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates
• Review material and labor requirements to decide whether it is more cost-effective to produce or purchase components
• Assume additional responsibilities as directed by division and corporate management. Travel as required to attend, but not limited to, meetings, site visits, training, etc.
• Consult with vendors, personnel in other departments or construction superintendent/engineers to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues
• Prepare estimates for use in selecting vendors or subcontractors
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Set up cost monitoring and reporting systems and procedures
• Prepare cost and expenditure statements and other necessary documentation at regular intervals for the duration of the project
• Analyze plan documents and other data to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates
• Assess cost effectiveness of products, projects or services, tracking actual costs relative to bids as the project develops
• Conduct special studies to develop and establish standard hour and related cost data or to effect cost reduction
• Calculating a final figure for the estimated cost, supplemented by adjustments for overheads and profit, and presenting a tender price
• Establishing the likely progress and completion rates, including allowances for bad weather and other unforeseen circumstances
• Prepare estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work

Requirements

• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology
• Ability to analyze data
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Occasionally requited to stoop, bend, walk, crouch, and climb.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering discipline is required,
• Travel will be required to attend training and meetings.
• Ability to lift, on a frequent basis, at least 50 pounds.
• Time management skills
• 5+ years underground estimating experience required
• Effective listening skills
• Problem solving skills
• Ability to speak, write, and understand English clearly.
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to sit or stand for entire shift
• Attention to detail
• Decision making skills
• Organizational skills

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance