Project Estimating Lead

Overview Project Estimating Lead Location: Calgary, AB — Hybrid, 4 days per week onsite One of our clients is looking for an experienced Project Estimating Lead to provide estimating expertise across a portfolio of major capital projects. This is a senior, hands-on role responsible for developing, reviewing and validating project cost estimates throughout the project lifecycle — from early project development and business case planning through detailed engineering and execution. Key Responsibilities Lead the development and validation of capital cost estimates at various stages of project development and execution. Establish estimating approaches, methodologies, assumptions and execution plans appropriate to the maturity and complexity of each project. Develop comprehensive estimates incorporating engineering, equipment, materials, fabrication, construction labour, subcontractors, indirect costs, owner costs, escalation and contingency. Review engineering deliverables and project scope documentation to determine quantities, labour requirements and cost impacts. Perform and validate quantity take-offs, contractor estimates and supporting calculations. Prepare clear estimate documentation outlining the basis of estimate, key assumptions, exclusions, risks and supporting information. Provide estimating oversight and quality assurance across multiple projects while supporting and mentoring other estimating resources. Lead cost analysis and benchmarking, using historical project information and industry data to validate estimates, identify major cost drivers and uncover opportunities for improved capital efficiency. Monitor factors such as labour rates, productivity, commodity pricing and contractor costs to understand potential impacts on project estimates. Support risk and contingency analysis by identifying estimating uncertainty, execution risks and market impacts and incorporating them appropriately into project estimates. Participate in value engineering, constructability reviews and other initiatives focused on improving project cost and execution outcomes. Review contractor, vendor and subcontractor pricing for completeness and reasonableness and support bid evaluations and procurement decisions. Provide estimating support for business cases, capital approvals, forecasting and project planning, updating estimates as scope and engineering definition evolve. Present estimate findings, key assumptions, risks and recommendations to project teams and senior stakeholders. Help improve estimating standards, procedures, templates and tools while promoting consistent practices across the organization. Apply recognized industry estimating practices, including relevant AACE principles and methodologies. What We’re Looking For 5+ years of project estimating experience At least 5 years of experience leading or owning estimates for significant capital projects . Strong background within energy, midstream, oil & gas, utilities, petrochemical or similar industrial environments . Pay: $100.00-$111,000.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week Work Location: In person

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