Senior Cost Engineer / Specialist

Bantrel is proud to be a leading provider of Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Construction Management (EPC / EPCM) services in Canada.For 40 years we have delivered end-to-end solutions for some of Canada's most challenging and complex energy, mining, infrastructure and nuclear projects, with an unrelenting focus on safety and quality. Bantrel performs design and procurement services from our primary Calgary, Edmonton and Toronto office locations and delivers construction management and self-perform construction services at various Client sites across Canada.We operate independently but leverage the global expertise of and provide resources to our affiliate Bechtel Corporation, one of the largest EPC companies in the world, and remain Canadian focused including through our other shareholder, McCaig Investments, a respected local family group of businesses and deep community supporter. Our private ownership provides long-term business planning and strategic decision horizons supported by a strong financial position.We are currently seeking a qualified Senior Project Cost Engineer / Specialist to join our team, preferably based in either Toronto/Mississauga/Calgary offices. There will be a requirement for site travel approximately 5 to 10 days a month to Leroy, Saskatoon. The Project Cost Specialist is a key role that ensures the project is built in a controlled manner at the lowest possible cost. Providing value added analysis, controls, and reporting that produce effective tools for managing project costs for our segment as part of the Hatch Bantrel Joint Venture (HBJV) to execute engineering and construction on the BHP Jansen Potash Mine Project in Saskatchewan. Join us in this full-time permanent role and be a champion of diversity and inclusion.Duties & Responsibilities:Assist in conceptual designs, studies, reports and proposalsSupport in developing and implementing requirements for cost recording and reporting. Perform performance monitoring and control functions for specific applications per applicable proceduresMaintain cost budgets and accurate cost forecasts, utilizing a change management system and monitoring project status. Perform ongoing cost data and cash flow analysisSupport specific project code of accounts and recommend appropriate modifications and revisions. Maintain field quantity unit rate reports and monitor performance factorsMonitor progress of field contractorsAssist in preparing cost data for proposals and contract negotiationsSupport efforts to re-cast project estimates into manageable cost control budgets per project requirementsCoordinate the project cost change management system (trending)Prepare quantity takeoffs for a discipline or specialty using defined documents or undefined scope assumptionsMaintain the project job hour control systemAssist with project financial reporting per Bantrel and/or client requirementsCoordinate/prepare information input into specific cost studies. Evaluate study results and recommend conclusions for project team consideration and discussionIdentify or define data sources and techniques for data acquisition and collect required data for a specific discipline or other specialty applicationsCoordinate the performance of, pricing structure development and application to takeoffs, derived quantities, quantity assumption, and cost allowances within a discipline or other specialty.Assist the estimating team to determine scope definition requirements for a discipline or other specialty, and work with Engineering and other sources to coordinate the production of required data to conform to the overall estimate preparation plan.Prepare cost reconciliations during preparation of estimates and perform data analysis, identify problems, and make recommendations.QualificationsAn Engineering or Business degree AND/OR Relevant Qualification in the field of Planning/Scheduling, Project Controls and Project Management10 - 15 years experience in a Project Controls related field with increasing levels of responsibility.Experience performing quantity takeoffs, statistical analysis, or skilled in understanding technical processes, engineering drawings, quantity determinations, and mathematical and financial reportsFamiliar with engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and startup work processes and management. Knowledge level is dependent on area of cost control specializationFamiliar with the concept of Project Codes of Accounts (COA)Knowledge of cost/financial reporting systems and analysis (e.g. forecasting, change management, metrics, Quantity Unit Rate Reporting)Strong knowledge in project controls software such as EcoSys, Primavera P6, SAP, and Oracle (or Oracle JDE)Knowledge in capital cost estimating and services estimatingFamiliar with cash flow development and assessmentKnowledge of cost control interfaces with project planning and schedulingSkilled in oral and written communicationWorks well in a team environmentAdditional InformationOur culture is guided by our Mission and Values, these shape how we treat one another, our Clients, and how we achieve excellence. Bantrel has a long and vibrant history of local community involvement, employee volunteerism, and corporate philanthropy.We offer a competitive compensation package, a great learning environment, interesting & challenging work and the opportunity for career advancement.As part of the recruitment process, successful clearance of applicable pre-employment checks is required which may include Criminal Background/Police Information check, Drug & Alcohol test, Reference checks as well as submittal of Provincial Driver's Abstract. Please note only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted - all other resumes will be retained for future consideration. No phone calls or unsolicited agency resumes please.

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