Project Manager

Linxus Group; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced estimator to manage and oversee project costing and procurement processes. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience in similar roles, with a strong background in engineering and project management. The role involves liaising with stakeholders, preparing proposals, and ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of estimating experience.
• Experience with sulfur treatment processes.
• Knowledge of fabrication processes.

Responsibilities

• Estimate package components and costs.
• Prepare and compile proposals for clients.
• Manage projects to meet specifications, deadlines, and budgets.
• Coordinate with GM and Sales for proposal guidance.
• Monitor project progress and communicate with stakeholders.

Skills

Estimating

Project Management

Cost Analysis

Vendor Coordination

Education

B.Sc. in Mechanical, Civil, or Chemical Engineering

Equivalent technical diploma with project management experience

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Estimate package components, including pressure vessels, piping with associated instrumentation and controls, structural steel, and assembly costs.
• Review customer specifications and applicable codes.
• Determine necessary materials and special requirements.
• Liaise and obtain quotes for materials and sub-vendor requirements, considering pricing and delivery timelines.
• Calculate and include costs for NDE and related activities in estimates.
• Incorporate all aspects of costing as per the design basis specified by the applications engineer.
• Prepare and compile proposals for customer presentation.
• Collaborate with GM, Business Development, and Sales for proposal guidance.
• Coordinate with GM and the Director of Sales and Applications regarding vendor data and contractual terms.
• Complete bid pre-qualifications as assigned.
• Monitor and improve estimating tools continuously.
• Participate in developing new estimating tools and procedures.
• Update pricing data regularly in estimating spreadsheets.
• Assist in monitoring shop and office performance to verify estimate accuracy.
• Coordinate project engineering activities as applicable.
• Manage projects to meet client specifications, deadlines, and budgets.
• Requisition major equipment, including RFQ issuance, quote comparison, and vendor selection.
• Review client specifications, noting exceptions and integrating them into the project.
• Coordinate drawings and purchase of long-lead materials to ensure timely shop delivery.
• Review, approve, and sign off drawings to ensure proper design and conflict minimization.
• Manage drawing submittals to fabrication shops and clients.
• Monitor fabrication and construction, resolving any issues.
• Provide start-up support and troubleshooting within the scope of supply.
• Assist team members as needed.
• Plan and monitor project progress to ensure timely completion within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Communicate project progress to stakeholders and address concerns.
• Generate procurement plans and coordinate with purchasing.
• Facilitate project kick-off meetings with clients and teams.
• Ensure timely project invoicing and compliance with contractual payment terms.
• Manage project change processes, including scope, costs, and schedules.
• Expedite material and buyout procurement from suppliers.
• Coordinate with production to maintain budget, schedule, and quality standards.
• Manage execution of shipping, construction, commissioning, start-up, and site activities as applicable.
• Support larger projects as required.

Experience

• Minimum 10 years of estimating experience in similar products and organizations.
• Experience with sulfur treatment processes.
• Knowledge of fabrication processes.

Education and Accreditation

• B.Sc. in Mechanical, Civil, or Chemical Engineering, or an equivalent technical diploma with additional project management experience.