Estimator II

ATCO Structures & Logistics Ltd; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

ATCO Electric in Edmonton is seeking an Estimator II to collaborate with project managers, schedulers, and accounting to develop and document project estimates at OOM, NID, and SP stages for Transmission and Distribution projects.

The role focuses on gathering scope information, adjusting estimates with discipline groups, reviewing actual vs. estimate costs, and mentoring Estimator I staff while supporting tool development and process improvements.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of related experience in estimating.
• Knowledge of transmission and/or distribution systems is an asset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop estimates based on project scope and adjust rate values with discipline groups for Transmission and Distribution projects and for non-regulated opportunities.
• Review, coordinate, and verify discipline estimates and assumptions with project scope and historical costs.
• Map costs over project schedules and explain major variances with scheduling.
• Analyze reports of actual versus estimate costs and highlight variances.
• Lead project meetings with the project manager regarding estimate values and scope.
• Document estimates and actual costs in estimating database; update per unit rates with historical data.
• Support development of the Excel-based estimating tool and identify improvements across tools.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Technical or business diploma

Tools

Excel

Job description

Your opportunity is here!

Location: Edmonton

Division: ATCO Electric

Duration: Approximately 8 months

What We Offer:

• Salary starting at $3,641.03 bi-weekly
• Flexible benefits
• 5 additional paid days off
• Engaging, hands-on experience in the Electric utility sector
• A supportive team environment with opportunities for skill development
• A culture based on caring, integrity, agility, collaboration, and safety

Why Work Here?

Joining the ATCO Team means being part of a community of people inspiring change on a global scale. It’s meaningful work that can only be accomplished by helping each other, as we collectively look to the future. Collaborating and being professional, down to earth, and caring for one another and for the communities we serve – is central to our core values and cultivates a sense of belonging.

About the Role:

As an Estimator II you will work closely with project managers, schedulers, discipline representatives, accounting, and management to develop, assess, and document project estimates at the Order of Magnitude (OOM), Needs Identification Document (NID), and Service Proposal (SP) stages. This role supports Transmission and Distribution projects, as well as non-regulated opportunities. The Estimator II is responsible for gathering both project and discipline specific scope of information to enable them to complete their estimating activities.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop estimates based on project scope and adjust rate values with discipline groups as required for Transmission and Distribution Projects, and to support non-regulated opportunities and other growth initiatives in Electricity.
• Review, coordinate, and verify discipline estimates and assumptions with project scope and historical costs.
• Work with scheduling to map costs over the duration of a project schedule and provide explanations on major variances.
• Review and analyze reports of actual versus estimate/project scope costs and highlight variances.
• Lead project meetings in cooperation with the project manager, leading discussions regarding estimate values and associated scope.
• Document estimates and actual costs in estimating database upon project completion.
• Adjust scope and estimates of the project and incorporate all change orders throughout the lifecycle of the project to ensure the database includes full costs, estimate & scope.
• Maintain databases of historical estimates & actual costs associated with projects to verify & update per unit estimating rates to further assist in validation of estimates.
• Review charges in projects to ensure cost code alignment for contracts.
• Analyze and identify opportunities for improvements in estimating practice and incorporate into process and tools where applicable.
• Support the development of the excel-based estimating tool.
• Analyze differences between tools to identify areas of improvement within the tool.
• Mentor and train Estimator I's.
• Other duties of a similar nature.

What You’ll Bring:

• Technical or business diploma in related field.
• 3 – 5 years of related experience in estimating.
• Knowledge of transmission and/or distribution system is considered an asset.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing priorities and short timelines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

We would like to thank everyone for their application; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates may be required to complete a criminal, education and employment background check and other skills assessments as needed for the position.

About Us

ATCO Electric is part of ATCO Ltd. ATCO delivers inspired solutions for a better world. We are a diversified global corporation with investments in the essential services of Structures & Logistics, Utilities, Energy Infrastructure, Retail Energy, Transportation and Commercial Real Estate. Learn more about how we build communities, energize industries and deliver customer-focused solutions like no other company in the world at www.atco.com.

ATCO is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.Visit our website for more information.