Estimator

3 weeks ago


Ontario, United States ACCIONA S.A. Full time

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 41,500 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

We have successfully delivered large infrastructure projects across Canada since 2001. Our leadership and expertise span the entire value chain from research and development through construction, operation and maintenance of projects. Currently involved in some of Canada's largest infrastructure projects, ACCIONA delivers solutions that contribute to the economic and social progress of the communities in which it operates. www.acciona.ca

The Estimator will review project plans and specifications, perform site visits, and use evaluating methods to establish the construction cost for some of the industry's most challenging projects. Using detailed construction analysis and historical costs, the estimator will prepare comprehensive cost estimates and supporting data (schedules, material and subcontract price comparison, rate build-up, etc.) for direct and indirect costs to accurately determine the cost of construction.

Job Description

* Prepare Order of Magnitude (OOM) Budgets based on Reference/Indicative Documents.
* Set-up Cost Work Break-Down Structures (WBS) for complex heavy civil/transportation projects.
* Perform Quantity Take-offs and assemble Bill of Quantities (BoQ's) documents.
* Develop direct cost estimates based on project specifications, drawings and addenda.
* Prepare general accounts/indirect cost estimates.
* Develop cost unit rates from basic principles by making use of labour, equipment and material resources.
* Generate Labour unit rates in compliance with the labour wage requirements of project locations.
* Prepare and update complete construction budgets as projects design progresses.
* Prepare construction budget review presentations for management.
* Coordinate and lead Estimating Working Group meetings with CJV partners.
* Generate alternate price for value engineering scope elements for the projects.
* Prepare tender summary sheets and cash flows.
* Participate in design workshoops during the project's design development in order to provide cost/construction input.
* Review and incorporate into estimate design deliverables from consultants.
* Source, liaise with and manage best value subcontractors and suppliers, collaborating with the Procurement team.
* Ensure subcontractors are in compliance with AIC operational and technical requirements.
* Identify and set-up subcontractors/vendor's packages for the procurement team.
* Prepare procurement packages that include specifications, drawings, BoQ's for the procurement team.
* Analyze subcontractors/vendors quotes and prepare comparison sheets.
* Update estimate based on analysed pricing received from the local market.Ensure bid bond, insurance and other required documents are in place.
* Develop safe, efficient, cutting edge construction methods Accumulate, evaluate, and document historical cost data.
* Organize and prepare bid close documents.
* Provide assessment of estimating accuracy and prepare relevant analyses.
* Research historical data (purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc.) and compile summary reports to develop guidelines and precedence for future estimates.

Required Skills and Competencies

* Demonstrated related experience; large project ($300M+ )experience is a plus.
* A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related field
* Competence in creating a complete bid price using construction database estimating software and expert use of MS Excel essential.
* Use of CAD, digital take off programs and a strong Proficiency in Microsoft Office an advantage.
* Experience in creating preliminary construction schedules.
* Experience in working in multi joint venture environment.
* Comfortable working in a disciplined and challenging environment.
* Working knowledge of contract language and legal requirements of contracts.
* Excellent technical, organizational, and planning skills.
* Strong interpersonal, relationship building, communication and negotiation skills are A solid attention to detail and ability to be a problem solver.
* The ability to work independently or as a member of a team.
* Ability to work on large ($500+million) project estimates, with proven time management skills.
* A strong work ethic to complete tasks in a high quality manner.
* Working knowledge of Estimating and Quantity Take-Off softwares.
* General knowledge of estimating techniques, cost control and material pricing required.
* Ability to calculate mathematical extensions, read and understand engineering drawings, purchase orders, contracts, cost coding systems, etc. is essential.
* Ability to assume responsibility and to interface and communicate effectively with others, have strong interpersonal skills and be self-motivated.

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022 certification in Canada, as well as the Top Employers North America 2022 seal, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.


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