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Allnorth Consultants Limited • Sherwood Park, AB, Canada
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Cost Estimator

About Allnorth

BIG ENOUGH TO KNOW HOW, SMALL ENOUGH TO KNOW YOU

Allnorth is a multi-disciplinary engineering, project delivery, and construction services company. We provide smart and practical project solutions to clients in the metals and minerals, energy and renewables, fiber and chemicals, and infrastructure sectors. With offices across Canada, and the United States, we continue to grow!

Our team is our most valuable asset, and a triple bottom line (TBL) philosophy is at the heart of our business. It takes a talented, motivated and empowered team to delight our clients, driving profitability for all parties. When it comes to guiding principles, safety is part of our DNA, we are committed to building and nurturing Indigenous relationships, we support our communities, and we recognize the importance of environmental stewardship.

Our Ideal Candidate

Allnorth is currently looking for a Capital Cost Estimator to work with our Fibre & Chemicals team. As the successful candidate, you will be responsible for the preparation, assembly and qualification of project cost estimates varying in size, scope and location.

Essential Responsibilities

  • Plan, develop and present capital cost estimates for projects as defined by an agreed-upon scope that will be used for management decisions and presented to our clients
  • Draft estimate plans through evaluation of scope, contract, desired estimate type / quality and time / resources available
  • Prepares capital cost estimates that may be conceptual (order of magnitude), feasibility level , appropriation / budget authorization level, or detailed control baseline estimates.
  • Prepare cost studies utilizing historical data, statistical analysis, and cost and quantity comparisons
  • Innovative and develop new techniques as required to meet specific needs
  • Reviews design scope criteria and develops quantities for undefined scope assumptions in coordination with others
  • Participate in establishing pricing structures to be applied to quantities for estimates
  • Obtains vendor information and lead the continuous development of our estimating databases
  • Prepare estimate basis and assumption documentation
  • Perform cash flow analysis and extrapolates cost curves based on experience of scheduled-activities and cost correlation analysis
  • Perform and review escalation calculations
  • Identify risk items and assigns risk levels to portions of the project work
  • Identifies measures to mitigate risk
  • Establish format and content of summaries and reconciliations, including segregation of cost according to level of confidence
  • Review estimates for completion and technical accuracy ensuing quality and alignment with project scope, schedule and execution plan
  • Take a lead role in estimate reviews and presentations
  • Interface with various team members on specific sections of estimate presentations

What You’ll Bring to the Team

  • Bachelor’s Degree with minimum of 5 years of related professional experience or High School Diploma / GED with a minimum of 10 years of related professional experience
  • Advanced knowledge of estimating large complex Engineering, Procurement and Construction projects in the heavy industrial sector
  • Experienced with the development of direct costs for all disciplines – Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Piping, Electrical, Instrumentation and Automation.
  • Understanding of indirect cost build-up for large heavy industrial projects, including engineering, project management, construction management, procurement services, temporary facilities, owner’s costs, etc.
  • Understands estimate types, classifications, and components
  • Experience with practical application of AACE International Recommended Practices
  • Understanding of the craft labour union landscape in Canada and the US as it relates to build-up of craft labour rates, productivity factors and geographical considerations
  • Knowledge and experience in quantity takeoffs, statistical analysis, life cycle analysis and management of personnel
  • Knowledge of construction methods and techniques in area of specialization and have a general understanding of other disciplines
  • Familiar with engineering and construction codes and standards
  • Thorough understanding of cost index and escalation projection sources
  • Understands and contributes to risk and contingency assessments
  • Excellent communication skills, including presentation skills and ability to address a group
  • What’s in it for you?

    We believe that a happy and fulfilled team leads to exceptional results, which is why we offer a range of perks designed to support your well-being, career growth and community engagement.

  • Work schedule and location are flexible, allowing for better work-life balance
  • Comprehensive benefits package includes extended health and dental coverage and RRSP matching
  • Employee Assistance Program for team members and their families
  • A culture of respect and inclusivity fosters long term relationships and a team atmosphere
  • Professional development and growth opportunities (e.g. New and Young Worker Mentorship program)
  • Team Member Referral Program
  • A paid “Volunteer Day” away from work to support the community
  • Monthly “Lunch & Learn” sessions
  • Opportunities to bond with other team members, have fun and make a difference through involvement in social and safety committees, as well as fundraising and community support initiatives (e.g. Movember, Pi Day, Food Banks, Women’s Shelters, Ronald McDonald House, Earth Day clean ups, etc.).
  • WE TAKE CARE OF YOU SO YOU CAN TAKE CARE OF OUR CLIENTS

    In joining us you’ll face rewarding, career-developing challenges that enable you to contribute to our clients’ successes, and despite how much we grow, you’ll never be just a number, but rather a vital member of the Allnorth Team.

    Engage with us at Allnorth and be empowered to enrich people’s lives, including your own.

    Allnorth is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with disability, or any other legally protected status. All applicants must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in Canada.

    We thank all applicants for their interest. Please note that only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

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