Senior Estimating Lead

Join the team that is leading the energy transition globally. As part of the ATCO group of companies, ATCO EnPower is a critical business line for ATCO's commitment to sustainability and for a Net-Zero future for generations to come.

With operations in Canada and Mexico, ATCO EnPower is uniquely positioned within the industry and has an integrated business portfolio of innovative solutions in clean energy storage, industrial water, wind, solar and hydro power generation. Our dedication is reflected in our efforts to deliver non-regulated energy solutions that support a cleaner, reliable, and affordable energy future, while championing the safety, inclusivity and equity of our people, communities, and customers.

The Estimating Lead position reports to the Manager, Project Controls and has the overall responsibility for developing and maintaining ATCO EnPower's estimating framework and oversight over the preparation of project cost estimates.

What You Get To Do:

Responsible for the development and oversight of the estimating process for all cost estimates generated on behalf of ATCO EnPower:

• Establish an estimating framework, including standardized procedures, methods, and processes for estimating projects
• Conduct project look backs to compare actual performance to proposals and make recommendations on process improvements to increase profitability and accuracy
• Build effective relationships with customers, design team, specialty contractors, suppliers, and user groups that reflect and support company core values and meets or exceeds the customer's expectations.
• Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing technical publications, attending conferences, and cultivate external relationships
• Grow ATCO EnPower's estimating expertise in applying industry's latest best practices
• Be a part of the decision making team in identifying best approach to managing and maintaining historical cost database (and other software solutions)
• Collect, analyze, and summarize information and trends

Development and review of project estimates via internal or external resources:

• Review project plans and specifications with the team to confirm project scope
• Review significant contractor proposals and provide recommendations
• Onboard and orient project estimators in estimation expectations aligned with ATCO EnPower's estimating framework
• Work with project estimators in preparing and approving Basis of Estimate
• Participate in project meetings as required, such as kick-offs, reviews, constructability reviews, etc.
• Ensure that estimates created align with ATCO EnPower's expectations and methodology.

Who You Are:

• A technical diploma or Undergraduate degree in Engineering, construction, or Estimating related programs.
• Minimum 10 years of work experience in Industrial Construction projects, with at least 5 years of estimating experience
• Experience across several Industrial sectors, in particular experience in Renewables, Production Plants, Pipelines, and Water/Wastewater is highly desirable
• Exposure to Supply Chain Management and Project Controls would be considered an asset
• Certified Cost Estimator/Analyst (CCEA) or Certified Estimating Professional (CEP) (or equivalent) highly desirable
• Project Management related designation (PMP, CAPM, or equivalent) considered an asset
• Professional Engineering designation (P. Eng) considered an asset

What we offer:

• A culture based on caring, integrity, agility, collaboration, and striving for excellence
• Competitive compensation
• Flex benefits
• Tuition assistance program
• Training and mentorship programs
• Charitable donation matching

We would like to thank everyone for their application; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

ATCO EnPower supports a diverse and inclusive environment that values the contributions and perspectives of everyone. We believe our team is the foundation of our business and our most valuable asset across our global operations. Without each team members' unique skills, strengths, and knowledge, we simply wouldn't be able to achieve our fundamental vision of delivering life's essential services to our customers around the world. To learn more, visit atco.com/enpower

ATCO is an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.