Estimator
REDPATH MINING
Date: 2 weeks ago
City: North Bay, Ontario
Contract type: Full time
Job Description
The primary role of the Estimator is to work in conjunction with the other members of the Estimating Department, and other departments as required, to develop project estimates, budgets, schedules and proposal documents based on the latest available costing methodology and data. This will be done under the supervision of other members of the department with the degree of supervision varying dependent on experience. These estimates, budgets, schedules and proposal documents are used for winning new work as well as support to the execution of work.
Responsibilities
Education:
Required: Post-Secondary Education (mathematical and/or scientific)
Preferred: Mining Engineering Degree, Mining Technician or Technologist Diploma or relevant equivalent
Work Experience
Required: 1-2 years’ related experience &/or knowledge of Underground mining operations
Preferred: 2-4 years’ Underground work experience, practical and engineering
Travel may be required for site visits/inspections, work to be completed in a satellite office, or for meetings with Clients. Travel may be within Canada or international and may be for a few days or a few weeks at a time.
Bilingualism is an asset.
About Us
Redpath provides full service mining solutions and innovation around the world since 1962.
Redpath is committed to an environment that is barrier-free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so that we can arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.
The primary role of the Estimator is to work in conjunction with the other members of the Estimating Department, and other departments as required, to develop project estimates, budgets, schedules and proposal documents based on the latest available costing methodology and data. This will be done under the supervision of other members of the department with the degree of supervision varying dependent on experience. These estimates, budgets, schedules and proposal documents are used for winning new work as well as support to the execution of work.
Responsibilities
- Analyze drawings, designs, specifications, and tender documentation to prepare schedules, cost estimates and proposal documents.
- Schedule project activities and modify to suit following reviews.
- Apply labour, equipment and material requirements to each estimate.
- Solicit quotations from vendors and subcontractors. Consult with vendors and specialists to discuss and receive input that is relevant to the conditions of the project being bid.
- Determine performance capabilities with detailed cycle time calculations. Adjust theoretical calculations to reflect historical performance.
- Interface with other individuals in the organization to obtain their contributions to the methodology used, cost estimates and proposal documentation.
- Utilize the company’s estimating software to compile estimates and resource allocation.
- Utilize spreadsheet, word processing, scheduling and presentation software.
- Prepare all tenders in accordance with the “Redpath Bidding Process”.
- Work together with the Proposal Coordinator in meeting the deliverable requirements of all tender submissions to which he/she is assigned.
- Prepare backup estimates and store originals & copies as per procedure.
- Assist and support project management to ensure continuity between tender, construction and project completion.
Education:
Required: Post-Secondary Education (mathematical and/or scientific)
Preferred: Mining Engineering Degree, Mining Technician or Technologist Diploma or relevant equivalent
Work Experience
Required: 1-2 years’ related experience &/or knowledge of Underground mining operations
Preferred: 2-4 years’ Underground work experience, practical and engineering
Travel may be required for site visits/inspections, work to be completed in a satellite office, or for meetings with Clients. Travel may be within Canada or international and may be for a few days or a few weeks at a time.
Bilingualism is an asset.
About Us
Redpath provides full service mining solutions and innovation around the world since 1962.
Redpath is committed to an environment that is barrier-free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so that we can arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.
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