Job description

Purpose:

Reporting to the Manager, Contracts and Estimating, the Engineering Contracts Specialist will be responsible for providing accurate estimating and subcontractor costing from the budgeting and estimating stage through the contract negotiation and planning stage of electrical engineering projects with values ranging from $500K to $10M+. Submissions may include various delivery models; Stipulated Sum/Hard Bid, Design-Build, Cost Plus and Construction Management.

RESPONSIBITIES

· Develop estimates in accordance with Company procedures including takeoff and pricing of own forces work and selected subcontractor work.

· Solicit pricing from subcontractors and suppliers.

· Determine general expenses and provide input into margins/fees.

· Conduct thorough reviews of the project documents and analyze subcontractor requirements.

· Identify inherent risk and opportunities including strategies to create a competitive edge.

· Work with the client or consultants with respect to issues that may require clarification or elaboration.

· Develop a preliminary project schedule as a basis for pricing of time related activities utilizing input from subcontractors and Team Power Solutions staff.

· Prepare a summary of issues and participate in a detailed estimate review.

· Lead/participate in the closing of the estimate and submission of the tender.

· Assist in the development of post tender submissions and in negotiations as required.

· Participate in project development activities including scope definition and clarification, preconstruction planning, control estimate development and delivery.

· Provide preconstruction services including the preparation of preliminary budgets, cost plans, and value engineering opportunities.

· Work to identify leads and securement opportunities through contacts with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and others in the Power industry.

· Maintain databases, including labour rates, material pricing and project costs, for future reference.

· Prepare conceptual estimates by interpreting historical data.

High Performance Team & Culture
· Supports a culture of leadership and accountability to effectively meet the key accountabilities within the scope of the role.

· Displays leadership by committing to a culture of continuous learning/development of self and supports others by actively sharing knowledge, providing guidance, mentoring, training, and supporting developmental opportunities.

· Demonstrates that the Health, Safety and Emergency Management Policy is applied in area of responsibility for self and others.

· Actively applies knowledge to support transformation and strategic initiatives of the corporation, while participating and advocating change and applying a growth mindset.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
· Undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering or other equivalent program

· Eligible for or have attained P.Eng. designation

· 5+ years’ “hands-on” experience in the capacity of Estimator including a full range of project delivery methods of Electrical project up to $10+ million.

· 10+ years’ experience working in the consulting industry. Experience in Production or Field Operations would be considered an asset.

· Extensive knowledge and experience with estimating techniques, tendering process, and negotiating contracts

· Ability to read and interpret projects related documents including plans, specifications, and other technical material

· Experience working with estimating software programs would be considered asset

· Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook

· Ability to forge, grow and maintain positive relationships with project team, subtrades, consultants and clients

· Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and meet the time demands of unpredictable activities, capable of handling pressure and challenges in a dynamic business environment

· Ability to work within tight deadlines and prioritization of work to achieve them

· Strong analytical, critical thinking, troubleshooting, problem-solving skills, strong math skills and a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail

· Highly developed interpersonal, communication (written and verbal), and organizational skills

· Sense of urgency, flexibility, and strong commitment to achieving goals; ability to work in challenging, fast paced environment

· Ability to work collaboratively with a positive attitude

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• RRSP match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

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