Cost Estimator

Énergie NB Power; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy provider in Fredericton seeks a Cost Estimator to provide cost estimation support for capital projects. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Engineering and has four years of experience in estimating for construction. This role offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits including health & dental plans, pension plan, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Health & Dental plans

Health Spending Account

New Brunswick Public Service Pension Plan

Wellness options

Career development

Competitive wages

Qualifications

• Four years of experience in estimating functions or related activities in capital construction projects.
• Detailed knowledge of estimating tools and databases.
• Experience in document creation and editing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates at various project phases for capital construction projects.
• Review third-party estimates for accuracy.
• Develop and maintain project estimating databases, procedures, and templates.

Skills

Cost estimation

Project management

Document creation

Working knowledge of estimating tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

University degree in Engineering or Diploma in Engineering Technology

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

SharePoint

Job description

Overview

Cost Estimator

One (1) Regular position

Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada

Competition # E22026-2025

At NB Power we are a team committed to offering the best customer experience, ensuring energy security, and accelerating a sustainable clean energy transition. Why? Because we’re New Brunswickers too, we care about our customers and future generations, and today we are actively looking for a new member to join us.

The Cost Estimator provides cost estimation support and services for projects led by the Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO) and other cross-functional areas requiring project management assistance. This role ensures the accuracy of project budgets, recommends appropriate contingency allocations, and delivers reliable cost data to support informed decision-making related to cost, schedule, and risk mitigation to help maintain successful project delivery.

Key functions include:

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates at various project phases using the scope of work and engineered drawings to support the on-time, on-budget delivery of multi-million-dollar capital construction projects.
• Review and provide feedback on third-party estimates to ensure accuracy and alignment with project requirements.
• Develop and maintain project estimating databases, procedures, guides, and templates in line with NB Power standards and industry best practices.

Our ideal teammate will have:

• A University degree in Engineering or Diploma in Engineering Technology (those with a technical diploma will require an additional two years of experience)
• Four years of experience in estimating functions or related activities in capital construction projects
• Detailed knowledge of estimating tools and databases
• Experience in document creation and editing (Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint)
• Support the preparation of capital budget submissions and long-term investment plans.
• Experience, working knowledge, accreditation, certification, or program affiliation with the following would be considered an asset:
• Prior work experience in a Utility environment
• AACE International Certified Estimation Professional (CEP)

OR

• Construction Institute of Canada (TCIC) Gold Seal Certification

OR

• International Cost Estimating and Analysis Association (ICEAA) Certified Cost Estimator/Analyst
• A valid Class 5 Driver’s License

An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered. Subject to competition response, the minimum qualifications may be modified.

An Eligibility List generated from this competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level within a period of up to 12 months.

We care for our team

We care for our team, and as a member you will have access to:

• Health & Dental plans that provide flexible options to meet your needs
• Health Spending Account, allowing for further flexibility
• New Brunswick Public Service Pension Plan, offering retirement financial security
• Wellness options, including our Employee Family Assistance Program
• Benefits that allow for financial protection in the event it is needed
• Various options for paid or unpaid leaves
• Representation of the IBEW Local 37 Union
• Career development and growth throughout the organization
• Competitive wages

Could you be our next team member? Apply today!

Please ensure a resume and a copy of your degree/diploma/certificate are attached to your online application.

NB Power will accept foreign credentials if they are considered acceptable by a recognized Canadian educational institution. Candidates with foreign education credentials are required to provide proof of Canadian equivalency. Any applicable fees are the responsibility of the candidate. For more information, you may refer to the Canadian Information Centre of International Credentials

To be considered for this employment opportunity you must be eligible to work in Canada.

For questions concerning this job opening please contact Sulochana Battu at [e-mail].

Please note that only applications submitted through the NB Power website will be considered, as the showing of our postings on various websites may not have been requested or approved.

Closing date: 11:59 p.m. AST, October 02, 2025

NB Power is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity.