Senior Estimator

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:

Launched in 1998 with nothing more than a used Caterpillar dozer and an entrepreneurial spirit, Bouchier has grown to be a leading provider of integrated site services to the Athabasca Oil Sands region.

From our head office in Fort McKay, Alberta, the company now employs more than 1200 dedicated team members and commands a fleet of over 425 pieces of equipment.

With a strong belief in doing the right things in the right way, Bouchier is now one of the largest companies owned and operated by Indigenous peoples in the area providing contracting, construction, and general site services.

Position Title: Senior Estimator

Type: Fulltime

Position Location: Fort McKay, Alberta, Head Office

Reporting To: Manager, Commercial & Estimating

Schedule: 40 Hours per week. Monday to Thursday (Alternating Friday) - Hybrid Working Schedule (In Person & Remote)

Compensation Details:

• Competitive salary
• Health & Dental and Long-Term Disability Benefits - eligible after 3 months of continuous service
  • Employer paid Insurances
• RPP (Registered Pension Plan) with company matching
• Employer paid Employee Assistance Program

Other Incentives:

• Base Pay increase available based on performance and progression
• Safety Recognition
• Years of Service Recognition – Annual
• Bouchier welcome gift and company swag
• Local Travel Provided

Role Summary

We have an excellent opportunity for a Senior Estimator with Civil Works experience to join our team of professionals.

Bouchier is seeking to recruit a Senior Estimator to take the lead in preparing the pricing element of tenders ranging in value from $200k to $50M. The Senior Estimator will be required to prepare accurate estimates by gathering information and analyzing key metrics and provide knowledge of cost and benefits as well as detailed reports that support profitable business decisions. The Senior Estimator would also be required to assist other members of the Bid Team when required on larger tenders.

The ideal candidate will have excellent numerical skills and an analytical mindset. You must also be thorough and apt in managing relationships with key persons, be equipped with extensive knowledge and experience with Civil estimating, have previous experience in construction project management, be organized, motivated, detail-oriented and driven.

Primary Responsibilities:

• In conjunction with the Manager, Commercial & Estimating, develop tender strategies and manage financial tender submissions.
• Contribute to risk assessments and ensure all risks are included within the tender
• Lead or support Value Engineering exercises.
• Assure accuracy, competitiveness and compliance of all tenders.
• Contribute to the submission document and Contract Documentation.
• Support the Manager C&E in bid negotiations.
• Identify labor, material, and time requirements by assessing proposals, drawings, specifications, and related documents.
• Perform Material Take Offs on drawings and develop Bills of Quantities where required.
• Compute costs by analyzing labor, material, and time requirements.
• Resolve discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.
• Present prepared estimate by assembling and displaying numerical and descriptive information.
• Attend Pre bid meetings and perform site visits as required for tenders.
• Maintain cost data base by continually updating estimating Norms, entering and backing up data.
• Communicating with partners and team members regarding new and current projects.
• Establish and maintain working relationships with vendors and subcontractors
• Determine key variables for cost and other estimates
• Prepare, issue, receive and review supplier and subcontractor proposals and pricing.
• Coordinate with the client on all changes in scope, questions or clarifications regarding the work, during the bidding process.
• Acts as a resource to project management during the award / start-up phase to clarify any issues regarding what was considered in the estimate including materials and methods of construction.

Education and Experience:

• A minimum of 5 years experience as an estimator or cost planner in a civil works environment is necessary. Ideally the experience should have been gained in the oil and gas sector with a focus on civil works.
• Background or certification in construction management, engineering and/or finance is an asset. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills in Excel, Word
• Intermediate to advanced Computer skills
• Outstanding mathematical skills
• Excellent capacity to manage multiple bids/tender packages at one time
• Proven success in civil estimating, planning, reporting research results and strategic project planning
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence; class 3 or 1 considered an asset
• Valid CSTS and OSSA (Oil Sands Safety Association) orientation would be an asset
• Natural ability to focus on customer service / customer requirements
• Proven negotiation skills
• Ability to think analytically, and make decisions
• A high level of numeracy
• Good team working skills as well as the ability to work alone
• Leadership skills, with ability to motivate and mentor others within the team
• A proven ability to be able to communicate at all levels (incorporating written, verbal, presentation skills)
• Good organisational skills, and able to manage and prioritise resources under control
• Capacity to thoroughly complete a project / task from start to finish
• Aptitude for creative thinking
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Receptivity and adaptability to change

Additional Information:

Bouchier is pleased to offer competitive wages commensurate with experience, a Health and Dental Benefit Package as well as a group Registered Pension Plan.

Application Instructions:

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Please apply online: Via: bouchier.ca

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The Bouchier Group would like to thank all applicants who apply to our postings. Please note that only those selected for interviews will be contacted directly. No phone calls please.