Senior Electrical Estimator

Senior Electrical Estimator

Location: Burnaby, British Columbia
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Duration: Contract, 12 months with possible extension
Schedule: Full-Time, 37.5 Hours per Week
Industry: Utilities / Transmission & Substations / Engineering & Construction

About the Opportunity

MatchBox Consulting Group is seeking a Senior Cost Estimating Engineer to support one of British Columbia's largest utility providers.

The successful candidate will provide senior-level estimating and engineering support for complex 69kV–500kV transmission line and substation projects through the Planning, Identification, Definition and Implementation phases. The role will focus primarily on cost estimating, scheduling, risk analysis and multidisciplinary project support for major utility infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare direct and indirect cost estimates for services, labour, materials and equipment for transmission line and substation projects.
• Develop high-level schedules for 69kV–500kV overhead, submarine and underground transmission lines and substations.
• Gather project scope and contracting information and support development of project work breakdown structures.
• Develop and manage estimating work packages and review estimates prepared by others for completeness against project scope.
• Review the work and progress of staff, consultants and contractors to ensure accuracy and adherence to accepted engineering practices and procedures.
• Prepare estimating information to support regulatory processes and present estimates at management review meetings.
• Review final estimate packages and address reviewer requirements before final approval and acceptance.
• Review contract specifications, tender packages and contract payment schedules from an estimating perspective.
• Analyze contractor progress, contract variances and complex vendor change requests to support estimating and overall project performance.
• Supervise, coach and mentor engineering staff and consultants.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering.
• Registered or eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia (EGBC).
• Minimum 8 years of combined engineering and construction experience.
• At least 4 years of related experience in heavy industrial project estimating and scheduling on varied, complex utility contract projects valued up to or exceeding $100 million.
• Experience must be primarily focused on estimating rather than project controls.
• Demonstrated senior estimating experience with a solid understanding of estimating principles and practices, including risk, accuracy, Monte Carlo/ValidRisk simulations, and market and industry conditions.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with multidisciplinary engineering design, including electrical, protection and control, civil and geotechnical disciplines.
• Working knowledge of project management principles.
• Experience with estimating and scheduling software, MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and the ability to develop and work with computer models.
• Familiarity with CAD systems, drawing standards and standard industry design/analysis software.
• Strong English verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent leadership, facilitation, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Strong planning, organizational, analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to manage multiple assignments and competing priorities.
• Valid Class 5 driver's licence or equivalent, maintained in good standing.
• Ability and willingness to travel and occasionally work at remote locations in British Columbia.
• For candidates from an electrical discipline, experience preparing substation conceptual layouts based on single-line diagrams.
• The selected candidate must have access to their own sole-practitioner, or their firm's, EGBC Permit to Practice prior to commencing the assignment.
• The successful candidate may be required to subscribe to Notarius digital seal technology.

Nice to Have

• Electrical Engineering background.
• Experience with power utility transmission lines, including overhead and underground transmission, and substation projects.
• Membership with AACE International and familiarity with AACE estimating recommended practices.

Work Location

The position is based at Edmonds, British Columbia on a hybrid work arrangement.

The successful candidate must also be able and willing to travel and occasionally work at remote locations throughout British Columbia.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is an opportunity to apply senior estimating and engineering expertise to major transmission and substation infrastructure projects, including complex projects valued at $100 million or more. The role offers exposure to multidisciplinary engineering, project risk analysis, contract evaluation and large-scale utility capital projects.

Apply Today

If you're a Professional Engineer with senior cost estimating experience in transmission, substation or complex utility infrastructure projects, we'd love to hear from you. Apply with your updated resume to learn more about this opportunity.

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

Find out more at www.matchboxhr.com