Junior Estimator

About Ausenco

Ausenco is a fast-growing company with big ideas. We redefine what’s possible in some of the world’s most complex projects and toughest environments. Delivering innovative, value-add consulting, project delivery, asset operations and maintenance solutions is what we do. From 21 offices in 9 countries, with projects in over 80 locations worldwide, we create sustainable outcomes for our people, clients and communities.

Our team in Canada is growing. We are currently recruiting for a Junior Estimator to join our Minerals and Metals business in Vancouver or Calgary.

About The Role: Junior Estimator

• Maintaining accuracy of estimates by collecting and entering appropriate data into estimates under the direction of a senior estimator.
• Developing estimates (CapEx) for projects through managing estimate models, collecting, entering data and conducting regular reviews.
• Working with other disciplines to collect all necessary data on scope and quantities in order to prepare an accurate estimate in all specialty discipline areas. Perform analysis on functional input.
• Organizing estimates (CapEx) by the work breakdown structure and discipline, calculate wage and unit rates, check quantities and scope and prepare field and office costs.
• Contributing to maintain a database of estimate unit rates within assigned disciplines: labor, equipment, materials, subs, etc. Contribute to prepare cost studies utilizing historical data.
• Managing changes that will impact on estimates through contacts with all levels of Management, Project Managers and the Engineering Department to determine required changes and have these incorporated.

About You

• 1 - 5 years’ experience in a similar role ideally with an engineering consulting firm.
• A degree or diploma in engineering, applied science or related field.
• Sound numerical, conceptual and analytical skills, high attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills and experience working on a project team.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, Power point) required
• Previous experience with industrial estimating software preferred.
• Familiar with AACE classification of estimates is required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable interfacing with clients.

Why Ausenco?

We Support Individual Growth And Aim To Allow You To Work In a Way That Plays To Your Strengths. Beyond a Competitive Remuneration Package We Offer

• Career advancement - Embark on a journey of continuous growth through technical training, mentorship initiatives, and networking opportunities.
• Work Life Balance – Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid work model, allowing you to balance office days with working from home; and progressive parental leave benefits to foster family needs and professional life.
• Holistic approach to wellness – Take a proactive approach to your overall wellbeing. Access to confidential counselling, information services and a benefits program that supports your health & wellness.
• Accessible leadership team – Work with highly reputable industry leaders who value your contribution.

Our people don’t settle for the status quo. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and want to help set a new standard in sustainability, we’ll help you find your place. This means working with you to develop a unique career path and skillset to match your ambition.

We’re proud of the work we do, and we do it within a culture that is open, honest, and cooperative. We have a history of attracting visionary people who embrace challenges and deliver creative solutions for every project, and your voice is an important part of the conversation.

As a global company we embrace and encourage diversity in its fullest sense – gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, experience, nationality, colour, language, religion, location, disability, education, skills, working styles and time availability. Our work environments are based on mutual trust and respect for the rights and opportunities of every individual.

Salary range: $70,000 – $90,000 annually

Expected Salary: Variation in salary is determined by factors such as qualifications, relevant years of experience, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.

Join us and work a better way.

Key skills/competency

• Estimating
• Capital Expenditure (CapEx)
• Data Entry
• Scope Management
• Quantity Take-off
• Cost Analysis
• AACE Classification
• Microsoft Excel
• Project Team Collaboration
• Engineering Consulting