Cost Estimator (Edmonton or Calgary, AB) - Hybrid

Work options: Hybrid

- 1-Year Contract

- Pay Rate: $64 - $67/hour, depending on experience

- Hybrid: In-Office (Monday, Tuesday & Thursday) Remote (Wednesday & Friday)

- Location: Edmonton, Alberta T5J 0H3 or Calgary, Alberta T2P 3L8

At Enbridge, our goal is to be the first-choice energy delivery company in North America and beyond—for customers, communities, investors, regulators and policymakers, and employees.

To meet that goal, Enbridge is partnering with Raise—a leading recruitment firm that specializes in IT, Technical, and Engineering staffing.

Together, Raise and Enbridge are building teams that are rising to meet the growing energy needs of North America. If you’re looking for a challenging role that will make the most of your skills while allowing you to make an impact, this is it.

Enbridge is hiring a Cost Estimator right now—when you apply, Raise will review your application within 48 hours and contact qualified applicants for interviews.

The primary pay rate is based on T4 classification; however, we will also consider applications from candidates interested in an INC classification, where applicable.

About the Role:

We are seeking a skilled Cost Estimator to join our team and support the development of a multi-billion-dollar project portfolio within the energy sector. This role involves utilizing cost engineering best practices to estimate a wide variety of projects, including liquids, gas, gas storage, gas utility, power (solar, wind farm, battery storage), carbon capture, and various acquisitions.

Key Responsibilities:

- Support the development of multidisciplinary projects across various energy sectors.

- Prepare capital cost estimates, including contingencies, market escalation, cash flow, and benchmarks to support future project economic evaluation.

- Prepare multiple estimates simultaneously through the standardized internal estimating process.

- Present and defend estimates and their basis to internal stakeholders and senior management.

- Support various cost engineering reports and special studies using scientific principles and techniques, ensuring the quality of inputs and outputs.

- Perform routine cost analysis and other cost-related evaluations.

- Provide support and input for estimating tool updates due to standard changes, industry practices, recent project experience, etc.

- Liaise with other departments, including supply chain, cost control, and area managers, to ensure effective and accurate cost information is used in the estimates.

Scope and Dimensions:

- Focus on independently achieving general objectives in support of an assigned area of the enterprise.

- Decision-making guided by applying standard procedures, with the possibility of modifying procedures or using methods developed in previous assignments.

- Recommendations are reviewed for soundness of judgment but are usually accepted as technically accurate and feasible.

Working Relationships:

- Close collaboration with other members of the Cost Engineering team, Project Development Leads, and project execution teams across Major Projects.

- Work with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) across multiple departments and external stakeholders to inform estimates.

- Maintain high levels of verbal and written communication, including the collection and relay of technical information and analysis of project cost information.

Qualifications:

- Required:

- Strong computing skills, including proficiency with MS Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint, PowerBI, CoPilot, Word).

- Ability to work with diverse project teams and maintain good relationships.

- Strong verbal and written communication skills.

- Strong attention to detail and high degree of accuracy.

- Well-developed prioritization, time management, and multi-tasking skills.

- Preferred:

- 7+ years of relevant construction industry experience and/or degree/diploma in Engineering.

- Estimating industry-recognized designations, including CCP or CEP.

- Familiarity with AACEI recommended practices.

- Experience using estimating-specific software (including Cleopatra or Timberline).

- Strong ability/desire to learn and take initiative.

- Highly effective presentation and facilitation skills.

Working Conditions:

- High-profile, fast-paced office environment.

- Multiple priorities/projects and a demanding work schedule in supporting diverse client groups and service providers.

- Frequent, regular interactions with internal stakeholders, experts, and internal clients.

Please note: Successful applicants will be employees of Raise, working at Enbridge facilities with both Enbridge and contract employees.

Applying with Raise

Raise is an established IT and engineering hiring firm with over 60 years’ experience connecting talented candidates with meaningful work. When you apply, you’ll get more than just a chance at a great job—you’ll become part of a vast network of employers that are always changing.

We value diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified people to apply. If we can make this easier through accommodation in the recruitment process, please contact us at +1 800-567-9675 or ECTC@raiserecruiting.com

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