Senior Cost Estimator

NSB Omega is searching for a Senior Cost Estimator for our Client in Ontario.

Assignment Description

Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Sr. Cost Estimator to join our team in North America Eastern region. This role requires a deep understanding of the North American eastern region construction industry, especially on industrial, oil and gas projects and a proven track record in estimating and project management. The position will be reporting to Project Control Manager and coordinate with the team working from the head office in Norway.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement cost estimation plan, procedures, guidelines, and systems.
• Provide accurate and detailed cost estimates to support project planning and execution.
• Prepare Cost Breakdown Structure and its definitions in line with Company guidelines.
• Source pricing information for materials and equipment from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Analyze project specifications, drawings, and other documentation to prepare estimates.
• Estimate costs for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors, considering factors such as project size, complexity, location, duration, and commodities production rates.
• Collaborate with project teams to assess value engineering options that maintain quality and reduce costs, presenting alternative construction approaches where possible.
• Develop cost databases, including benchmarks and metrics, and enhance reporting through dashboards to compare with internal/external metrics and present to Senior Management.
• Work and collaborate with project managers, supply chain leaders, and engineers to ensure possession of accurate information for compilation of estimates.
• Support the supply chain team to develop pricing preambles and payment schedules for bidding.
• Participate in and support Cost Risk Analysis sessions by providing uncertainties ranges for quantities, unit rate, production rates, and risk events.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, materials, and construction methods.
• Exhibit excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team while paying attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
• Familiarity with scheduling software (MS Project, Primavera) and proficiency in constructing precise schedules review.
• Aptitude for performing accurate quantity takeoffs both manually and electronically.
• Adhere to the established policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in cost estimating within the construction industry.
• Overall, 5 years’ experience in major construction projects (1.0 bUSD).
• Proficient in Excel, building macros, formulas, and power queries, Power BI, databases, and ability to process and analyze large volumes of data.
• Proficiency in implementing continuous enhancement and contributing to team success.
• Certification as a Certified Cost Professional (CCP) through the AACE would be an asset.
• Excellent understanding of estimating industry benchmarks and best practices.
• Experience with large-scale construction industrial and/or Oil & Gas projects.
• Experience with third-party estimating software would be an asset.
• Basic accounting skills useful for the job are an advantage.

Working Conditions:

• In office, remote, and on-site (flexible).
• Visits to engineering offices, contractor offices, and site for walkthrough and to meet the team.
• Work involves computer-based tasks, periods of sitting at a desk, participating in remote and in-person meetings, and performing other related duties as required.