Intermediate Estimator
The future you want is within reach.
At PCL, we build the places where life happens and find camaraderie in the process. We're a community of builders committed to building better communities. That's why we're always looking ahead, and not just to the next project or what's next in our industry.
We're also looking at what's next for you and how we can help you build a career you're proud of. At Melloy, we specialize in turnarounds, maintenance, capital projects and pressure vessel fabrication.
Here's how a(n) Intermediate Estimator for our Edmonton Melloy office contributes to our team:
Responsibilities
- Performs quantity, material, and labor takeoff from drawings, specifications, and related documents.
- Compiles large spreadsheets and databases of bill of quantity data in the development of the estimate.
- Reads and comprehends client documents including a detailed understanding of multi-discipline scopes.
- Reviews quantity survey assignment with lead estimator or chief estimator.
- Applies productivity and material units and allowances to the estimate.
- Assists in developing work plans, crane pick plans, indirect support, etc.
- Documents all information relating to the estimate and archives and organizes such information to transfer to the project team upon successful award.
- On a fixed-price job, ensures that bid validity, escalation, and extra work terms meet project requirements.
- Solicits pricing from trade contractors and suppliers under supervision of lead estimator.
- Attends preliminary site visits with more senior staff for mentoring.
- Develops and maintains strong customer focused relationships with all stakeholders.
- Other duties as required.
Qualifications
- Postsecondary degree or diploma in related discipline or trade experience or equivalent.
- 5 years of progressive experience in construction cost estimating.
- Knowledge of the turnaround and maintenance industry; on-site experience or exposure to pressure vessel fabrication (hands-on or trade experience) required.
- Ability to work in a busy team environment.
- Attention to detail and the ability to creatively solve problems.
- Working knowledge of estimating software, advanced skills using Microsoft Office Suite and a strong aptitude for adopting new technology.
- Ability to read isometric, as-built, and engineering drawings.
- Working knowledge of CAD software.
PCL is an innovative, employee-owned company comprised of people who find passion in their profession and take pride in doing great work every day. Our work powers the infrastructure and utilities that are essential to daily life and our projects are the scene of vacations, careers, education and healing. We are consistently ranked among the best companies to work for because we are committed to supporting and developing our teams.
The PCL Companies celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating equitable opportunities and an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We make employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.
PCL combines numerous pay and benefit strategies to provide a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package. Any salary range displayed by a job board is an estimate. Your salary, which considers your unique qualifications and experience, is just one component of the robust total rewards you'll enjoy at PCL. This may include an employee share purchase offering, discretionary annual performance bonus, comprehensive benefits and wellness programs, retirement plan plus matching, and career development programs.
Should you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at careers@pcl.com with the position and location you are interested in.
Together, we can build success and a better future. Let’s get started!
Employee Status: Regular Full-Time
Company: Melloy Industrial Services Inc
Primary Location: Nisku, Alberta (Melloy)
Job: Intermediate Estimator
Requisition: 6345