Estimator-Underground Mining Contractor

Redpath And Company, Ltd. - Sparks, NV

Full-time

Sparks, NV

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Estimator position at Redpath USA Corporation involves collaborating with the Estimating Department and other teams to create project estimates, budgets, schedules, and proposal documents. This role is crucial for securing new projects and ensuring the successful execution of ongoing work, all under the supervision of the Chief Estimator.

Responsibilities

• Analyze drawings, designs, specifications, and tender documentation to prepare schedules, cost estimates and proposal documents.
• Schedule project activities and modify to suit following estimate and project reviews.
• Apply labor, equipment and material requirements to each estimate under the direction of senior estimating staff.
• Solicit quotations from vendors and subcontractors, and consult with them to discuss project conditions.
• Support the development of performance capabilities with detailed cycle time calculations and adjust theoretical calculations based on historical performance.
• Interface with other individuals in the organization to obtain contributions to methodology, 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.
• Support the preparation of all tenders in accordance with the 'Redpath Bidding Process'.
• Work with the Estimating Staff to meet deliverable requirements of all tender submissions 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.

Requirements

• Post-Secondary Education (mathematical and/or scientific)
• 1-2 years' related experience &/or knowledge of Underground mining operations
• Proficiency in Primavera, Hard Dollar, MS Office, SharePoint, E-mail, Internet, Fax/Photocopier Equipment, and Telephone Systems.

Nice-to-haves

• Mining, Civil or Mechanical Engineering Degree or relevant equivalent
• 2-4 years' Underground work experience, practical and engineering experience.

Benefits

• Competitive salary