Redpath USA Corporation a premier full-service underground mining contractor is in search of an Estimator to join our team.

Job Summary:

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 the Chief Estimator. These estimates, budgets, schedules and proposal documents are used for winning new work as well as to support the execution of work.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Analyze drawings, designs, specifications, and tender documentation to prepare schedules, cost estimates and proposal documents.
2. Schedule project activities and modify to suit following estimate and project reviews.
3. Apply labor, equipment and material requirements to each estimate under the direction of senior estimating staff.
4. 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.
5. Support the development of performance capabilities with detailed cycle time calculations. Adjust theoretical calculations to reflect historical performance.
6. Interface with other individuals in the organization to obtain their contributions to the methodology used, cost estimates and proposal documentation.
7. Utilize the company’s estimating software to compile estimates and resource allocation.
8. Utilize spreadsheet, word processing, scheduling and presentation software.
9. Support the preparation of all tenders in accordance with the “Redpath Bidding Process”.
10. Work together with the Estimating Staff in meeting the deliverable requirements of all tender submissions to which he/she is assigned.
11. Prepare backup estimates and store originals & copies as per procedure.
12. Assist and support project management to ensure continuity between tender, construction and project completion.
13. The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive

Education:

1. Required: Post-Secondary Education (mathematical and/or scientific)
2. Preferred: Mining, Civil or Mechanical Engineering Degree or relevant equivalent

Work Experience:

1. Required: 1-2 years’ related experience &/or knowledge of Underground mining operations
2. Preferred: 2-4 years’ Underground work experience, practical and engineering

Computer Skills:

• Primavera
• Hard Dollar
• MS Office
• SharePoint
• E-mail
• Internet
• Fax/Photocopier Equipment
• Telephone Systems