Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in a related field, Five years of experience in estimating, Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Certified Estimating Professional preferred.

Key responsabilities:

Develop accurate project cost estimates

Collaborate with the Estimating Team and manage resources

Job description

Description

Location: Anywhere in the U.S. mainland and Canada. Working remotely with travel to project sites required.

ECC is seeking candidates for an Estimator III position. This position is primarily responsible for assisting in the timely development of accurate project cost estimates. In this position, you will:

Collaborate with internal clients to plan pending work and develop effective price strategies
As needed, request resources to complete estimating activities
Serve as a subject matter expert in problem resolution during the estimating phase of the project
Lead value-engineering activities as appropriate, promoting innovations in bid approach
Ensure that work breakdown structure is created accurately and covers all aspects of the project
Assist with Project Initiation Plan
Collaborate with the Estimating Manager in leading the Estimating Team and ensure team coordination and productivity
As needed prepare Request for Quote (RFQ), Request for Proposal (RFP), quantity takeoffs, and final estimate documentation in accordance with Company standards and practices
Ensure that vendor and sub inquiries receive timely and accurate response
Review completed estimates for accuracy and thoroughness
Accurately conduct statistical analysis to effectively assess risk and develop scenarios (best case, worst case, & most likely) during the bid development process
Ensure that risks are explained thoroughly with supporting evidence
Conduct final analysis and review of self-perform and subcontracted estimates
Lead bid review meetings with credibility by ensuring that a strong business case is communicated to members of management and project team
Provide justifications for calculations, clarify questions regarding the bid content, and explain recommended approach
Provide technical support to the Estimating staff in bid review meetings
Work with Operations to troubleshoot project problems to minimize cost impacts to the company
Prepare executive summaries for senior management status reports.
Provide mentoring, direction, and subject matter expertise to junior level Estimating staff
As requested, participate in employment interviews and make hiring recommendations
As needed, provide performance feedback regarding junior level Estimating staff.

In addition to the accountabilities above, other responsibilities, tasks, and deliverables may be assigned to the incumbent of this position

Requirements

Skilled managing workloads with competing, multiple parameters and deadlines
Proven success synthesizing technical data in summary format
Demonstrated success in teaching others estimating concepts, processes, and requirements
Demonstrated ability to assess risk and make consistently successful recommendations on the management of risk
Skilled in effectively utilizing industry estimating software
Competent in using Microsoft Office products, email systems, and internet
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Five years of progressive work experience in estimating for government environmental projects
Travel: Must be able and willing to travel periodically depending on the needs of the company.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for this requirement.

Preferred Qualifications

Certified Estimating Professional (CEP) designation
Knowledge of scheduling, project management, and budget related concepts
Previous leadership of estimating teams on large complex estimates
Prior estimating experience in international environmental projects
OSHA 40-hour Training

ECC targeted base salary range is $120,000 to $140,000 CAD annually.
Actual salary offered may be affected by education, training, certifications, experience, skills, level of responsibility, and location.

Benefits Offered – full-time positions

Medical/Dental/Prescription/Vision Insurance
Life Insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance
Paid Time off and Holiday Pay
401k with deferral matching, ESOP, Student Debt Reduction Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Educational Assistance, Mentorship Program, Talent Learning Management System
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Company-matching charitable giving program

ECC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact TeleSign HR at [email protected]. This email address is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not email about the status of your job application if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a response.

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