Accenture Construct - Senior Mechanical Estimator, Com

Accenture Construct - Senior Mechanical Estimator, COM
Construction Management | Engineering | Project Management Full-timeTorontoYou've Never Been Satisfied with “Good Enough.”You didn't get into this to manage one piece of a project. You got into it to change how the world gets built.At Accenture Construct, that's the job. You'll help deliver the data centers, power grids, rail networks, factories and public infrastructure that keep communities moving — smarter, safer and more sustainably.You'll work alongside people who think big and act bold: project managers, engineers, technologists and strategists who pair real-world delivery with AI. And you won't be handed a slice of it. We take on whole programs, from early strategy through construction and handover, and we stand behind how they land.Because “good enough” builds the past. You're here to build what's next.(Internal Title: Estimation III)
Prepare order-of-magnitude, conceptual, feasibility, pre-design, budget, value engineering, control, definitive, and final Engineer’s estimates as well as major change order estimates.Estimate mechanical systems involving subway station ventilation equipment, HVAC, building automation & controls, plumbing, hydronic systems & boilers, storm & sanitary drainage, utilities, fire protection, conveying equipment, service and maintenance equipment, pumps, storage tanks, compressed air, natural gas systems, etc.Prepare cost breakdown documents for progress payments and detailed quantity surveys from analysis of contract drawings and specifications.Prepare basis of estimate documentation for inclusion into reports.Analyze and report on cost breakdowns and price schedules submitted by contractors subsequent to tender closing.Prepare cost variance reports and explanations, tender comparisons, post bid analysis, cost reduction strategies and recommendations.Maintain current construction cost data based on historical costs, market research and indices in the application of a computerized cost estimating system.Provide mechanical trade cost information to the Project Teams for inclusion into budgets, schedules and cash flows.Liaise with various EC&E Branch management and staff, other client Branches, external agencies, consultants and suppliers to obtain facts and cost information pertinent to the performance of the estimating work.Review and comment on foreign cost estimates to ensure accuracy, comprehensiveness and consistency with the E&C Branch estimating guidelines and procedures.Maintain files and records of work.
Working Conditions
Office-based
Experience
Minimum of 10 years in a large engineering and/or general contracting and/or cost consultant firm specializing in large multi-faceted projects.Considerable working experience in a large engineering and/or general contracting and/or cost consultant firm specializing in large multi-faceted projects.Hands on experience in the preparation of all ranges of estimates from feasibility study to definitive.
Education
Completion of a post-secondary college diploma or university degree in the engineering technology field or related discipline or a combination of education, training and experience deemed to be equivalent.
Licenses OR Certifications
Holds a Professional certification with OACETT, CIQS, AACE International, PMI and/or other relevant technical associations.
Skills and Competencies
Advanced skills in Microsoft OfficeExpert understanding of general estimating systems (CostX, HCSS, etc.)Expert estimating skills and knowledge of the estimating elements such as bidding, budgeting, project life cycle, cash flows, forecasting, cost control baseline, and project versus product costProficient in general Estimating concepts and practicesAbility to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment by ensuring effective teamwork, promotion of innovation, and overall excellenceDemonstrated functional acumen to support how solutions will address client goals while maintaining alignment with industry best practicesExpert ability to detect, capitalize, and be sensitive to others' strengthsStrong supervision, delegation, and capacity development abilitiesEffectively lead a small estimating teamCompetent to perceive and ameliorate conflict and tensionDemonstrated resource management skills with a focus on availability, limits, constraints, and allocationAbility to arrange priorities and elevate competing risks to meet deadlines with minimum input from leadershipKeen eye for detail and adept problem-solving abilitiesMust have demonstrated experience relaying and receiving information (written and verbal)Expert ability to work collaboratively and independently in a structured, disciplined, technology-driven environmentProven capacity to anticipate, identify, and minimize risks.
About Accenture ConstructAccenture Construct is Accenture's global capital projects business.The data centers behind AI. The grid behind the energy transition. The rail, water and airports everything else runs on.We plan them, engineer them, deliver them and hand them over — and unlike most of this market, we're on the hook for whether they land on time. More than 5,000 practitioners across the Americas, EMEA and APAC. One team that owns the whole thing.Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation, based on full-time employment, for roles that may be hired as set forth below.The recruiting efforts for this position are intended to fill a new position.The base pay range shown below is intended as a guideline to reflect the majority of offers for this role. It does not represent a maximum limit — in some cases, actual compensation may exceed the range where appropriate.Role Location Salary RangeToronto $102,000 - $153,000TorontoRequesting an AccommodationAccenture is committed to providing equal employment opportunities, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by Accenture and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.If you require accommodation during the recruitment, assessment or selection process for a disability or other protected ground under applicable human rights legislation, please notify your recruiter or contact us toll free at View phone number on ca.hrm.tc.Equal Employment Opportunity StatementAll employment decisions shall be made without discrimination based on any characteristic protected by applicable federal, provincial or territorial human rights legislation, including age, race, creed, color, ethnic origin, religion, sex, place of origin, ancestry, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, family status, citizenship, record of offences (where applicable) or any other protected ground.Job candidates will not be obligated to convictions for which a record suspension (formerly known as a pardon) has been granted, except as permitted or required by applicable law.Accenture is committed to supporting current and former members of the Canadian Armed Forces and other veterans.Please read Accenture’s Recruiting and Hiring Statement for more information on how we process your data during the Recruiting and Hiring process.Other Employment StatementsIt is currently our objective to assign our people to work near where they live. However, given the nature of our business and our need to serve clients, our employees must be available to travel when needed.To provide you with the most effective recruiting process, Accenture may use artificial intelligence to create insights on how your candidate information matches the requirements of the role you have applied to. The final decision will always be taken by the hiring team after considering your candidate profile in full. During the application process, you can choose to opt out of this artificial intelligence screening process and be rest assured that this will not negatively impact your opportunity for employment with Accenture.We work with one shared purpose: to deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity. Every day, more than 775,000 of us help our stakeholders continuously reinvent. Together, we drive positive change and deliver value to our clients, partners, shareholders, communities, and each other.We believe that delivering value requires innovation, and innovation thrives in an inclusive and diverse environment. We actively foster a workplace free from bias, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and is respected and empowered to do their best work.At Accenture, we see well‑being holistically, supporting our people’s physical, mental, and financial health. We also provide opportunities to keep skills relevant through certifications, learning, and diverse work experiences. We’re proud to be consistently recognized as one of the World's Best Workplaces.Join Accenture to work at the heart of change. Visit us at
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