Electrical Estimator

At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. This requires teams that are as unique as the projects we execute. We are committed to fostering a work environment that embraces Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) for all so our employees and stakeholders benefit from the creative solutions derived as a result of embracing differences.

Job Description

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. We aim to foster an inclusive culture that prioritizes diversity and inclusion that allows employees to bring their best, most authentic selves to work. 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!

Fluor's Mining and Metals Business line provides these engineering services to the mining industry globally with a focus on the engineering, procurement, and construction of processing and infrastructure facilities associated with the recovery of metals and minerals.

This position is responsible for complying with estimating procedures when developing project estimates. The individual may participate in identifying estimating improvement techniques. In this role, the individual acts autonomously on small projects. The individual will also be assigned to provide estimating support on larger projects, which may require the lead estimator to be responsible for the work product. This is considered to still be a learning position when developing engineering, procurement, and construction cost estimates. This position will require moderate supervision when developing estimates for Indirect, Escalation, Contingency, and Other Costs.

Under administrative direction, responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Coordination and limited direction of estimating functions to provide high-quality estimates to senior estimators in a timely manner, in which the information is reconcilable to source data

• Develop valid project coding structures and work packages for the scope of work

• Design or assist in the design of a Work Breakdown Structure that is suitable for capturing all cost components

• Self-check of their work and that of subordinates, if applicable, to ensure accuracy

Some of the basic tasks frequently performed in this position include, but are not limited to:

• Oversee the development of Discipline Material Take-Offs, Material Pricing, and Labour Effort-hour Units for estimates and change orders

• Coordinate information exchange between the Engineering, Purchasing, and Construction groups

• Participate in the development of the Project Execution Plan, estimate basis and procedures

• Develops and maintains project-level and control-level estimating schedules

• Provide proposal and study support

• Maintain established Specialty Estimating Systems, Procedures and Manuals

• Other duties as assigned

The successful candidate will maintain a current understanding of estimating techniques by researching new publications that impact the industry and maintaining expertise through the numerous opportunities provided by professional organizations, software vendors and other estimating specialists within the engineering, procurement, construction management (EPCM) industry as well as client representatives.

Job ID: 147189BR

City: Vancouver

State: British Columbia

Country: Canada

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.