Senior Estimator

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.
 

 

We have successfully delivered large infrastructure projects across Canada since 2001.  Our leadership and expertise span the entire value chain from research and development through construction, operation and maintenance of projects.  Currently involved in some of Canada’s largest infrastructure projects, ACCIONA delivers solutions that contribute to the economic and social progress of the communities in which it operates. www.acciona.ca 

The Estimator will review project plans and specifications, perform site visits, and use evaluating methods to establish the construction cost for some of the industry’s most challenging projects. Using detailed construction analysis and historical costs, the estimator will prepare comprehensive cost estimates and supporting data (schedules, material and subcontract price comparison, rate build-up, etc.) for direct and indirect costs to accurately determine the cost of construction.

• Prepare Order of Magnitude (OOM) Budgets based on Reference/Indicative Documents.
• Set-up Cost Work Break-Down Structures (WBS) for complex heavy civil/transportation projects.
• Perform Quantity Take-offs and assemble Bill of Quantities (BoQ's) documents.
• Develop direct cost estimates based on project specifications, drawings and addenda.
• Prepare general accounts/indirect cost estimates.
• Develop cost unit rates from basic principles by making use of labour, equipment and material resources.
• Generate Labour unit rates in compliance with the labour wage requirements of project locations.
• Prepare and update complete construction budgets as projects design progresses.
• Support Chief Estimator with the preparation of  budget review presentations for management.
• Coordinate and lead Estimating Working Group meetings with CJV partners.
• Coordinate and lead quantities and costs reconciliation meetings with CJV partners.
• Generate alternate price for value engineering scope elements for the projects.
• Provide support with the elaboration of budgets cash flows.
• Participate in design workshops during the project's design development in order to provide cost/construction input.
• Review estimating/design deliverables from consultants and incorporate into estimates.
• Support procurement team and participate in subcontractors and suppliers meetings.Prepare procurement packages for the procurement team c/w specifications, BoQ’s, drawins and schedule.
• Analyze subcontractors/vendors quotes and prepare comparison sheets.Lead estimate de-plugging meetings with CJV partners.

• Demonstrated related experience; large project ($300M+ ) experience is a plus.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related field
• Working knowledge of estimating software such as Candy, HeavyBid, Bid2Win, Chief Estimator, etc.
• Use of CAD, digital take off programs and a strong Proficiency in Microsoft Office an advantage.
• Working knowledge  of Quantity Take-Off softwares.
• Experience in creating preliminary construction schedules.
• Experience in working in multi joint venture environment.
• Comfortable working in a disciplined and challenging environment.
• Excellent technical, organizational, and planning skills.
• Strong interpersonal, relationship building, communication and negotiation skills are A solid attention to detail and ability to be a problem solver.
• The ability to work independently or as a member of  team.
• General knowledge of estimating techniques, cost control and material pricing required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Working knowledge of contract language and legal requirements of contracts.
• Excellent technical, organizational, managerial and planning skills.
• Team leader with strong interpersonal and relationship building skills with well developed communication and negotiation skills.
• The ability to assist in determining bid strategies.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.

Experience/Qualifications:

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in a project management or senior estimator role on large infrastructure projects.
• Post-Secondary diploma or degree related to Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Estimating, Engineering or related education.
• Experience in creating a complete bid price using Estimating software.
• Experience in creating preliminary construction schedules.
• Experience in working in multi joint venture environment.
• Experience in working on bids with values in excess of $1000M.
• Experience utilizing computerized estimating systems.
• Experience as a project or construction manager on large infrastructure projects a definite asset.

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Canada, as well as the Top Employers North America 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 seal, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.