Estimator

Victor Energy Ltd is seeking an Estimator to join our team based out of the Nisku or Calgary area, working on various estimating projects throughout Canada. You must have good safety awareness, good communication & competent decision-making skills, and a desire to perform requested duties with a focus on safety and appropriate precautions. Victor Energy offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefit package.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and competitive cost estimates.
• Review RFXs, plans, specifications, standards, contracts, and other relevant documents.
• Obtain costs for materials and third-party service.
• Review and compare incoming quotes.
• Select suppliers and subcontractors quotes to be included in the final estimate.
• Perform quantity take-offs from drawings and specifications.
• Prepare project cost based on client quantities or by quantifying the scope based on the drawings and specifications.
• Estimate and allocate labour and equipment hours to applicable work activities and pay items.
• Maintain organized records of estimates, takeoffs, and communication with third party vendors and subcontractors.
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of the final estimate.
• Create schedules and execution plans for bid submission.
• Prepare risk assessment and determine appropriate methods to mitigate risk.
• Respond to post-bid clarifications.
• Support project teams with estimates for change orders.
• Communicate effectively with estimating/projects team, operations team, and all levels of management.
• Work closely with clients, engineers, and industry contacts.
• Work with finance team to develop project budgets.
• Understand construction contracts.
• Estimate several bids simultaneously.
• Travel to project sites for RFP kickoff, site visits.
• Works closely with Victor Energy Operations, Safety and Environmental teams for preparation of estimates and pre-bid schedules.

Qualifications

• 3+years of estimating experience in construction, utilities or related industries.
• Understand and interpret construction documents, drawings, standards, and contracts.
• Strong computer background including experience with MS Office, Bluebeam, Primavera P6, and related software.
• Mathematical and analytical skills with attentional to detail.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities concurrently, ensuring all estimates are completed on schedule.
• Written communication skills.

• Extended Healthcare Plan (Medical, Disability, Dental & Vision)
• Group RRSP
• Group Life - AD&D - Critical Illness Insurance
• Training & Development
• Employee Assistance Program - Counseling
• Paid Time Off