Electrical & Instrumentation Estimator

Flr Federal Solutions,LLC; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 100,500 - 186,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Care

Flexible spending dollars

Compressed work schedule

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Fluor Federal Solutions, LLC in Vancouver is seeking a talented estimator specializing in Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I). This role involves developing detailed estimates and coordinating with project teams to ensure cost efficiency and accuracy.

With a focus on teamwork and innovation, the ideal candidate will have a minimum of two years of relevant experience and a strong understanding of estimating principles. The position offers competitive compensation and a supportive work environment.

Fluor promotes a compressed work schedule and provides comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of field experience in project controls, construction, contracts, or estimating.
• Demonstrate strong technical ability combined with communicative skills to lead estimate development.
• Knowledgeable about Lump Sum and/or Cost Rider.

Responsibilities

• Develop the estimate plan and coordinate estimate development with the project team.
• Utilize estimating methods and the expertise of other project professionals.
• Prepare accurate E&I material pricing and labor effort-hour units.
• Conduct QA/QC reviews of E&I quantities, calculations, and unit rates.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Construction knowledge

Estimating methods

Technical ability

Communication skills

Job description

Fluor is one of Canada's top employers and is recognized globally as a leader in the Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Fabrication, and Maintenance industry. Our focus on innovation and providing cost‑effective technology‑based solutions is second to none. As we look to the future, we need creative, ambitious, and innovative professionals who can help us fulfill our purpose to Build a Better World.

Fluor team members are at the heart of our success in executing projects safely, thoughtfully, and with the highest quality. If you value teamwork, empowerment in your career, and are eager to champion innovative and sustainable solutions to our clients, this opportunity just may be for you!

Job Description

• Develop the estimate plan and coordinate estimate development with the project team; including preparation of the Estimate Schedule.
• Utilize estimating methods and the expertise of other project professionals to establish total project estimates.
• Perform peer review of estimates when assigned.
• Refine understanding of conceptual estimating theories and techniques.
• Coach others in basic understanding of Estimating role in Baseline Centric Execution.
• Develop detailed E&I Material Take‑Offs (MTOs) for cable, tray, conduit, grounding, lighting, MCCs, switchgear, transformers, heat tracing, and related bulk materials.
• Prepare accurate E&I material pricing and labour effort‑hour units based on project scope and standards.
• Create E&I work packages and coding structures aligned with the project Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) to ensure complete cost capture.
• Integrate E&I discipline inputs into Engineering, Procurement, Fabrication, and Construction (EPFC) estimates, including indirects, escalation, and contingency.
• Reconcile E&I estimates with drawings, one‑lines, load lists, equipment lists, and vendor/subcontractor quotations.
• Conduct QA/QC reviews of E&I quantities, calculations, and unit rates, and review junior estimators’ work when applicable.
• Coordinate and validate vendor quotes for major E&I equipment such as substations, E‑houses, switchgear, and power distribution systems.
• Incorporate mining‑specific constructability considerations including long cable runs, outdoor substations, remote locations, and temporary power/E&I construction needs.
• Maintain and update E&I unit‑rate databases and norms, and contribute to improving estimating practices and tools.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering and construction teams to align cost assumptions and ensure estimate completeness.
• Support estimate reviews and presentations by explaining E&I assumptions, methodologies, basis of estimate, and major cost drivers.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Stay abreast of current estimating techniques by maintaining expertise through professional organizations or networking with other estimating specialists within the EPFC/CM industry.
• Be knowledgeable about business line–specific rates to be applied in estimates.
• Be active in knowledge‑management portals and communities with regard to forum questions and discussions.
• Be knowledgeable about the benefits of Cost Competitive Execution, Excel to Win, Business Risk Management Framework (BRMF), and Strategy to Win; actively promote innovative ideas and solutions.
• Demonstrate ability to attend to detail and work in a time‑conscious and time‑effective manner.
• Minimum of two (2) years of field experience, preferably in project controls, construction, contracts, or estimating.
• Demonstrate strong technical ability, combined with communicative skills, to lead estimate development.
• Knowledgeable about Lump Sum and/or Cost Rider.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing estimates for Mining and Metal projects.
• Involvement with an Estimating professional society.
• Minimum of zero (0) years of experience using any of the Fluor Estimating Systems or four (4) years of experience using industry‑recognized estimating systems.

Fluor Canada rewards hard work, knowledge, and commitment. Fluor offers competitive employee compensation packages, comprehensive benefit programs including Health, Dental and Vision Care, flexible spending dollars, group registered retirement program, parental top‑up, education reimbursement, employee and family assistance programs, and much more. Fluor also offers several employee resource groups that aim to provide opportunities for professional and personal growth, improved wellness, and involvement in the community.

Compressed work schedule: The Fluor Canada offices work a compressed schedule, offering every second Friday off.

Salary is based upon experience. Salary Range: $100,500.00 - $186,500.00. The market rate for the role is typically at the mid‑point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.