Electrical Estimator

Vancouver, BC
$76,500-129,500 per year
Permanent
Full-time

28 days ago

Fluor is one of Canada's top employers and is recognized globally as a leader in the Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Fabrication, and Maintenance industry. Our focus on innovation and providing cost-effective technology-based solutions is second to none. As we look to the future, we need creative, ambitious, and innovative professionals who can help us fulfill our purpose to Build a Better World.Fluor team members are at the heart of our success in executing projects safely, thoughtfully, and with the highest quality. If you value teamwork, empowerment in your career, and are eager to champion innovative and sustainable solutions to our clients, this opportunity just may be for you!## Job DescriptionThis position is responsible for complying with estimating procedures when developing project estimates. In this role, the individual may act autonomously on small non-risk projects. The individual will also be assigned to provide estimating support on larger projects, which will require the lead estimator to be responsible for the work product. This is considered to be a learning position when developing engineering, procurement, fabrication, and construction (EPFC) cost estimates. This position will require moderate supervision when developing estimates for Direct, Indirect, Escalation, Contingency and Other Costs.

Develop the estimate plan and coordinate estimate development with the project team, including preparation of the Estimate Schedule

Develop Home Office estimates, assist in development of Procurement and Construction estimates

Analyze and solve problems as they occur

Upload estimates to historical database (EMS – Experience Management System), able to utilize the reporting functionality of EMS for comparison and benchmarking purposes

Maintain compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, and global standards

Other duties as assigned

## Basic Job Requirements

Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in applicable field of study and four (4) years of work-related experience or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to eight (8) years if non-degreed; some locations may have additional or different qualifications in order to comply with local requirements

Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors

Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job

Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines

Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner

## Other Job Requirements

Stay abreast of current estimating techniques by maintaining expertise through the numerous opportunities provided by professional organizations or by networking with other estimating specialists within the engineering, procurement, fabrication, and construction/construction management (EPFC/CM) industry

Be knowledgeable about business line specific rates to be applied in estimates

Become familiar with knowledge management portals and communities with regard to forum questions and discussions

Become knowledgeable about the benefits of Cost Competitive Execution, Excel to Win, Business Risk Management Framework (BRMF) and Strategy to Win; actively promote innovative ideas and solutions

## Preferred Qualifications

Experience in Mineral or Mining and Metal projects is an asset

Demonstrate technical ability, combined with communicative skills, to lead estimate development

Some knowledge about Lump Sum and/or Cost Reimbursable estimating

Some knowledge about Self-Perform and/or Construction Management Execution

Some knowledge about internal Cost Systems, Progressing Systems, Level I and II Schedules, Work Breakdown Structures and Project Status

Recognized as being proficient and requiring limited or minimum supervision in the following areas: Fluor Services Costs, Use of Allowances, Escalation, Benchmarking and Unit Rates for Key Commodities, Estimate Plan, Basis of Estimate, Cost Contingency, Input into and Use of Historical Data (EMS – Experience Management System), Productivity Worksheets, Craft Mix and Crew Mix

Recognized as being familiar, but requiring guidance and supervision in with the following areas: Direct Field Costs, Indirect Field Costs, Expatriate Policy Costs, Data Analyst, Input and Use of Business Risk Management Framework (BRMF), Selling an Estimate, Comparison Analyst, Input of Estimate into Global Pricing Model’s Template, Currency fluctuation, tax & insurance costs, and performance bonds & letter of credit costs

Good analytical and computer skills

Fluor Canada rewards hard work, knowledge, and commitment. Fluor offers competitive employee compensation packages, comprehensive benefit programs including Health, Dental and Vision Care, flexible spending dollars, group registered retirement program, parental top-up, education reimbursement, employee and family assistance programs, and much more. Fluor also offers several employee resource groups that aim to provide opportunities for professional and personal growth, improved wellness, and involvement in the community.At Fluor, we believe that overall wellness encompasses the four wellness pillars of mental, physical, financial and social. Upon these pillars we are committed to fostering a healthy, inclusive and psychologically safe workplace by creating awareness through knowledge building and communication while focusing on measurable outcomes.Compressed work schedule: The Fluor Canada offices work a compressed work schedule offering every second Friday off.Salary is based upon experience. Salary Range: $76,500.00 - $129,500.00The market rate for the role is typically at the mid-point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.Fluor uses artificial intelligence (AI) in its hiring process to review applications and identify qualified candidates. More information including contact information is available in our Applicant Notice when creating a profile on our recruiting platform.Notice to Candidates: As required by some of our clients and projects, to the extent allowed by law, offers may be conditional upon consent and clearance of a satisfactory background check which could include, but is not limited to, a criminal records check, and confirmation of education, professional registration, employment history, and references.While only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview, be sure to continually check our website for other related positions as they are posted. Are you ready to join us? We are looking forward to hearing from you today!

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