Lead Estimator - Nuclear Projects
Lead Estimator - Nuclear Projects
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Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Estimator to support the delivery of a multi-billion-dollar new nuclear program. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced field-oriented environment and is comfortable working closely with project teams clients contractors and stakeholders.
The successful candidate will not only have exceptional estimating skills and be able to lead a team effectively and efficiently driving value for money and savings but they will also need to have excellent communication skills being able to communicate with all members of the team including up to C-Suite and Board level executives.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the preparation of all classes of cost estimates for all phases of the program ranging from site set up and enabling works through to major infrastructure to nuclear technology.
- Analyze drawings specifications and project documents to develop accurate quantity take-offs and pricing.
- Coordinate with procurement engineering and project controls to ensure alignment of estimates with project scope and execution plans.
- Review subcontractor and supplier quotes ensuring competitiveness and compliance with project requirements. Be proficient in understanding current market rates and be able to effectively challenge contractors on rates.
- Drive estimating efficiencies suggesting value management and value engineering at all aspects of the project and program actively working with the schedule team to drive and cost scheduling efficiencies and provide value for money for the client.
- Develop industry leading estimates and benchmarking as well as mentoring junior estimators and contribute to the development of estimating tools templates and best practices.
Qualifications :
- 10 years of experience in estimating with a strong focus on infrastructure or energy projects.
- Professional certification (e.g. PQS MRICS CIQS) is required.
- Experience with nuclear or highly regulated industrial projects is a strong asset.
- Degree or diploma in Quantity Surveying Construction Management Engineering or a related field.
- Proficient in estimating software (e.g. CostX Sage Estimating or similar).
- Strong analytical organizational and communication skills.
- Willingness to work on-site within the client environment at Kincardine three days per week. Expenses for travel and accommodation will be paid by Turner & Townsend.
Additional Information :
Whats in it for you...
- 100% covered health and dental benefits for you and your dependents (including paramedical services)
- Health spending account to top up expenses not covered in the benefits program
- RRSP option with company matching
- Annual learning and development budget
- Access to a range of online learning tools and support for career development and growth
- Coverage of one professional membership or license fee per year if directly related to your role
- We believe in work-life balance so you can recharge and take care of what matters most with vacation flex and sick days
- A flexible hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives
- Commitment to creating a diverse equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging
Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.
We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.
At Turner & Townsend we wholeheartedly adopt diversity. This dedication extends to our team clients and communities. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from individuals regardless of their race color ancestry religion sex national origin sexual orientation age citizenship marital status disability gender identity or any other legally protected grounds. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Turner & Townsend is dedicated to encouraging a safe healthy and accessible environment. We are an Equal opportunity employer who will ensure accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request.
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Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects:
It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time.
Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited by the Recruitment Team to submit candidates for review.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
