Graham is an employee-owned construction solutions partner that services the buildings, industrial, infrastructure, water and project finance sectors. We deliver lasting value for our clients through meticulous planning and scheduling, while upholding rigorous safety and quality standards. With offices throughout North America, our passionate and knowledgeable teams deliver projects that enable communities to thrive and people to live, work, move and grow in a rapidly changing world. With over nine decades of experience, Graham has the resources, capacity and expertise to undertake projects of every scope, scale and complexity. Join our team to deliver a better tomorrow.
We are seeking top-tier talent to join our Industrial division and build innovative projects in the oil, gas, petrochemical, renewable energy, power, mining, forestry, underground, heavy construction, maintenance, turnarounds and sustaining capital sectors. As a member of this collaborative team, you can expect a safe, diverse and inclusive environment, and on-going learning and career development opportunities.
About the role:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Intermediate Mechanical Estimator to join our growing Industrial Alberta Pre-Construction team. Based in Edmonton, the successful candidate will be responsible for the preparation of comprehensive and accurate cost estimates for mechanical related scopes including, but not limited to: piping, structural steel, various equipment, and insulation. Sectors supported include oil & gas, mining, petrochemical, energy, and pulp & paper.
The Intermediate Mechanical Estimator assists, supports, and/or leads the estimating team on high complexity project pursuits, and may also be solely responsible for estimating projects with oversight from a more senior Estimator. The candidate is accountable for determining project scopes, providing accurate quantifying / costing, managing deadlines, and mentoring more junior team members, and possesses the ability to interpret all tender documents, work collaboratively, and communicate clearly with Graham teams and with trade partners. The candidate has basic knowledge of market conditions and historical data required to actively participate in developing strategies to secure work and compile conceptual estimates.
As an Intermediate Mechanical Estimator at Graham, you will:
- Determine the project scope of work
- Set-up and complete estimate in company standard estimating program
- Prepare preliminary construction schedules based on self-perform productivities and subcontractor input to determine project duration and resulting overhead costs
- Complete estimate quantification and draft costing of labour including productivities, equipment including productivities, material, and subtrade plugs
- Identify and develop constructability requirements for project construction
- Analyze design criteria and assist in recommending best options based on cost, engineering quality, and availability of materials
- Identify and propose project risk and cost mitigation as well as the potential for project opportunities and cost savings
- Analyze and propose potential strategies, advantages, or innovations for the project that could provide Graham with a more competitive bid
- Draft application of labour and equipment productivities to estimates based on historically accurate values
- Analyze subcontractor bids for irregularities and ensure the full scope of work is included
- Participate in or lead the bid close with the oversight of a more senior estimator
- Assemble conceptual and budget costs using past project analytics, benchmarking, and historical data
- Develop scopes of work for subcontractors to provide budgeting assistance on smaller, less complex projects (or as a team member under a more senior estimator)
- Prepare an estimate schedule of all activities required to complete a fully quantified and costed estimate (or delegated scope) based on a full review of the Estimate Checklist (includes identifying milestone dates and highlighting any required support resources)
- Provide accurate assessments of risk and scope for completed estimates
- Generate and assess risk mitigation plans, including ensuring proper bonding and insurance costing and appropriate contingencies
- Select and invite to tender trade partners that are assessed to be financially viable with adequate manpower and appropriate level of expertise to complete the work
- Build upon and maintain relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders that reflect and support Graham core values
- Identify project-specific HSEQ risks and propose mitigation plans for these items in the estimate
Education/ Qualifications:
- High school graduate and completion of a diploma training program at a college or technical school
- Ability to understand, utilize, and communicate specialized information in speech and written text
- 5+ years of construction-related experience, including a combination of field and estimating experience, is an asset
- Proficiency in software such as InEight, MS Excel, MC2 ICE, Cleopatra, scheduling software (Primavera preferred), quantification software (such as OnScreen Takeoff, Bluebeam, Agtek), and BIM modelling
- Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills with above average organizational and time management abilities
- Intermediate degree of aptitude in comprehending tender documents, specifications, and drawings, with an understanding of contractual requirements
- Detailed understanding of all construction scopes of work
Working Conditions
- The majority of work is completed in the office with some mobility required locally for site walkthroughs, site condition reviews, and in-progress project visits
- Occasional travel to other branches to offer short-term support may be requested
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Due to the nature of non-negotiable closing times, flexibility with working hours may be required to ensure deadlines are met (e.g. longer working days, weekends)
This position is exempt from overtime compensation
If this sounds like you, then Graham may be the right fit. Apply today.
Graham is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Graham does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by country, regional or local law.
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