Cost Estimator - Planner

Bradken; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the mining resources sector seeks a detail-oriented Cost Estimator - Planner for their Edmonton facility. The role involves developing cost quotations, planning production activities, and collaborating across teams to ensure project success. Ideal candidates will have strong technical skills and a commitment to safety. Join a culture that values diversity and offers growth opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Employee and family mental health programs

Competitive rewards and recognition

Learning and development opportunities

Education assistance

Community involvement

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and cost estimation tasks.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documents.

Responsibilities

• Develop accurate and timely cost quotations for sales.
• Plan and schedule production activities to meet deadlines.
• Collaborate with sales, production, and procurement teams.

Skills

Technical Aptitude

Planning Skills

Safety Procedures

Education

Post-secondary education in a technical field

Grade 12 completion

Trade Certificate as Structural Fitter or Welder

Enrollment or completion of a millwright apprenticeship

Job description

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About Bradken

Bradken (Hitachi Construction Machinery Company) is a leading solutions provider of innovative, custom-engineered wear products and services for the mining resources sector. With a workforce of over 4,000 supporting our global manufacturing capabilities, we value diversity and foster an inclusive work culture, offering career growth and learning opportunities.

Role Overview

Are you detail-oriented with strong planning skills and technical aptitude? Do you excel at analyzing information and cost estimation? Bradken Edmonton has an exciting opportunity for you as a Fixed Plant Planner/Estimator. You will play a crucial role in our expanding Fixed Plant department, ensuring smooth production and accurate project costing for new product lines, contributing to process improvements and growth at our Edmonton facility.

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop accurate and timely cost quotations for sales.
2. Create Manufacturing Routes based on technical specifications.
3. Plan and schedule production activities to meet deadlines.
4. Collaborate with sales, production, and procurement teams.

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• Understanding of mechanical and technical concepts related to machinery and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documents.
• Technical aptitude with a focus on precision and accuracy.
• Commitment to safety procedures.
• Experience in planning and cost estimation tasks.
• Comfort with pricing information handling.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing planning or estimating roles.
• Post-secondary education in a technical field; Grade 12 completion.
• Trade Certificate as Structural Fitter or Welder.
• Enrollment or completion of a millwright apprenticeship.

Team and Culture

You will be a key member of our planning team, working cross-functionally with Sales, Production, Quality Control, and Maintenance. We promote a collaborative, safety-focused environment emphasizing clear communication and mutual respect.

Challenges and Growth Opportunities

You will establish processes for our new Fixed Plant department and product lines, developing efficient workflows and gaining deep product knowledge. Success in your first year involves creating an effective planning and estimating cycle.

Location and Application Details

This role is based at our Edmonton site: 6891 67 Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6B 3M3, CANADA. Please apply with your resume in English and a brief cover letter explaining why this is your next role. The deadline is May 15, 2025.

Benefits and Additional Information

• Safety-first environment
• Flexible work options
• Employee and family mental health programs
• Competitive rewards and recognition
• Learning and development opportunities
• Education assistance
• Community involvement

Pre-employment requirements include a psychometric assessment and medical including drug testing. We respect no recruitment agency approaches. Bradken is committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment.