Project Controls Specialist (Senior Estimator)

Suncor Energy; Alberta; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company is seeking a Project Controls Specialist/Sr. Estimator. This position is integral to developing and reviewing project estimates, ensuring cost-effective results. The ideal candidate will have extensive estimating experience, strong knowledge of project management principles, and a focus on collaboration. Responsibilities include cost estimating for various project stages and maintaining communication across teams to deliver accurate estimates. This role is office-based in Alberta, with a regular 40-hour work week.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of relevant estimating experience.
• Strong knowledge of project controls principles.
• Demonstrated capability in benchmarking analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review estimates for all project stages.
• Assess project definition, scope, and execution strategy.
• Deliver comprehensive cost estimating services.
• Collaborate with project teams to improve performance.
• Ensure accuracy and timely delivery of estimates.

Skills

Estimating

Project management principles

Data analysis

Cost control

Risk analysis

Collaboration

Education

Technical diploma or university degree

AACEI Certified Estimating Professional (CEP)

Job description

Joining Suncor means you will work for one of the best companies in Canada, providing tremendous future potential where talented people thrive and lead. As our business evolves, so do our employment opportunities. Our work culture includes a dynamic mix of professionals, with a diversity of skills and expertise.

Are you ready to bring precision, strategy, and insight to complex projects? Reporting to the Project Controls Manager, the Project Controls Specialist/Sr. Estimator plays a key role in shaping the financial foundation of our regional project portfolio. You’ll oversee the creation of project estimates from initial scoping to final delivery, ensuring cost-effective and value-driven results. Additionally, work with Project Controls and stakeholders on benchmarking efforts to deliver dependable cost and schedule performance metrics. We’re looking for a seasoned professional who thrives on complexity, brings strategic thinking to every estimate, and communicates with clarity and confidence. If you’re driven by accuracy, collaboration, and the excitement of turning data into decisions, we’d love to hear from you.

Minimum Requirements

• Technical diploma or university degree.
• Minimum 15 years of relevant estimating experience.
• Strong knowledge of project management and project controls principles, including estimating, cost control, planning/scheduling, and risk analysis.
• Demonstrated capability in conducting and applyingbenchmarking analysisto improve estimate accuracy and cost predictability.
• AACEI Certified Estimating Professional (CEP) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review estimates for all project stages (Pre-Scoping, Scoping, Concept Select, DBM, FEED, Check) for both brownfield and greenfield projects.
• Assess project definition, scope maturity, execution strategy, and schedule for each estimate class; identify and communicate key risks and opportunities.
• Deliver comprehensive cost estimating services, adhering to RPS PC Governance standards and procedures.
• Collaborate with project teams to identify alternatives for improving performance and reducing costs.
• Ensure effective cooperation and information sharing across all disciplines for accurate estimate development.
• Foster a cohesive estimating team and maintain strong relationships with EP Contractors, Construction, internal Suncor groups, contract resources, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure accuracy and timely delivery of estimates.
• Maintain ongoing communication with project teams, resolving and escalating issues as needed.
• Demonstrate expert knowledge of cost components in both Upstream/Downstream projects.
• Facilitate the development and execution of benchmarking plans and deliverables, ensuring integration of benchmarking results into project estimates and decision-making
• Exhibit strong communication, numerical, and data analysis skills.

Location and other Key Details

• This position is office-based, with a preferred location at the Syncrude site in Fort McMurray. Candidates may also be considered for the Calgary head office, located in the Suncor Energy Centre at 150 – 6th Avenue S.W.
• Hours of work are a regular 40-hour work week, Monday to Friday
• Our business professional roles follow internal compensation guidelines, and the pay band will generally be based years of experience and scope of work

Why Suncor?

Suncor's operations include oil sands development, production and upgrading; offshore oil and gas; petroleum refining in Canada and the U.S.; and the company's Petro-Canada retail and wholesale distribution networks (including Canada's Electric Highway™, a coast-to-coast network of fast-charging electric vehicle stations).

With a strong strategy for growth and our long-standing approach to sustainability, operational excellence, capital discipline and technology and innovation, Suncor offers a solid foundation for you to continue building your career. We offer rewarding opportunities for you to learn, contribute and grow in a variety of career-building positions – all of which means tremendous potential for your future. We are focused on deepening our commitment to inclusion and diversity and creating a respectful workplace.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels valued and respected. We have numerous employee inclusion networks to help foster an inclusive and respectful culture and drive positive change within Suncor. Current networks include both workplace inclusion networks (focusing on inclusion and respect for all), and identity-focused networks (focusing on building community and a sense of belonging and allyship). Through the Journey of Reconciliation, we are progressing the way we think and act to build greater mutual trust and respect with the Indigenous Peoples in Canada. Please note we will consider accessibility accommodations to applicants upon request.