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Estimator, Mining Construction

$100k - $130k per year
Full-time

Valard Construction

Our Substations group is currently looking to add an Estimator to our growing team, based in Calgary, AB, Edmonton, AB, Winnipeg, MB or Toronto, ON.

Reporting to the Manager, Substation Estimating, we are seeking an experienced estimator who has knowledge and experience in Electrical Utility Construction with a strong preference for experience with Substations or Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects. Proven ability compiling cost estimates, assessing material, labour and equipment required, analyzing quotes from sub-contractors and suppliers as well as supporting competitive tender packages, while ensuring that the contract can be carried out profitably, is key.

Develop complete estimates on selected projects consisting of project site visit, quantity take-off, pricing, and presentation of the estimate for cost engineering and management review

Review and validate outsourced estimates with support from engineering

Review and incorporate historical data from estimates received, contracts awarded by the EPC Contractor and final actual project costs into Valard’s cost model

Provide estimating input on complex “conceptual” projects

Attend and assist in project planning sessions and team meetings to provide estimating input

Develop relationships with subcontractors and suppliers for pricing within estimates

Develop or assist in the development of general and project specific plans for execution, sequencing, and logistics (including, when required, construction and work procedures for specific activities related to a bid)

Develop or assist in the development of preliminary project schedules

Post-Secondary education in Electrical Engineering, Journeyman Electrician or other related education

  • 5 years of utility construction industry experience with demonstrated estimating exposure and/or 3 years industry specific estimating experience projects ranging from $1M to $50M
  • Demonstrated experience with InEight Estimating Software
  • Technical knowledge of estimating practices, techniques and equipment, including indirect and conceptual estimating techniques and theories
  • Knowledge of construction costs and budgets, ability to develop a project schedule
  • Valard Construction is Canada’s premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere. We are also part of Quanta Services, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.

Valard Construction is an equal opportunity employer.

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  • Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.
  • Valard Construction is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process.
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