Senior Estimator

Firefly Power and Energy Services Inc. is an Alberta based, turnkey Engineering, Project Management and Construction company focused on creating value for our clients by thinking outside of the box. We are specialized in providing our services to the Utility, Renewable and Industrial sectors of the market.

Our team is energetic, experienced and innovative. We offer flexible working arrangements and are committed to being a diverse and equal opportunity employer with an open, honest and transparent workplace.

Reporting to the Executive Leader, Field Operations, the Senior Estimator for High Voltage lines and underground construction is responsible for the preparation of Time & Material, Lump Sum and Unit Price tender submissions, project schedules & execution plans. Key operational metrics include growth, efficiency, and profitability of the business unit.

Responsibilities:

- Responsible for all estimating services, tender submissions, and proposals including preparation and assembly of all required information and documentation. Draw on other resources as required and as appropriate.

- Review technical documents, drawings and specifications to develop a comprehensive understanding of the project; develop a plan and schedule to serve as basis for estimate.

- Develop quantity take-offs of direct/indirect work items including subcontracted work as required for estimate submissions.

- Prepare and analyze bid packages for third party procured materials and subcontracts. Query subcontractors or material vendors as required to clear up any ambiguities/errors/omissions in tender documents prior to tender closing.

- Attend pre-tender meetings and site visits to clarity scope of work and identify any problems or conditions of an unusual nature that may be present.

- Interface with owners on bid development inquiries and estimate clarifications requests.

- Execute bid forms including the submission of all security, bonding, and insurance requirements.

- Summarize quantities; prepare spreadsheets for alternate and separate prices as required for tenders.

- Evaluate and provide cost and schedule impacts of the various alternative construction methods and materials.

- Review assembled bid prior to submission with senior management.

- Review, analyze and check for completeness of proposal documents.

- Prepare post-bid analysis and tender results summaries.

- Stay abreast of trends and developments, such as new equipment, methods and procedures that are developing in the industry.

- Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

- Degree (Electrical Engineering) or Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology or Journeyman Power System Electrician with 10+ years substation construction experience. - 5-7+ years of high-voltage electrical estimating experience in distribution lines and underground power and underground residential development up through and including 138kV facilities considered an asset.

- Positive attitude, proactive, high level of effort and commitment.

- Outstanding communication skills – written and verbal.

- Must be able to work under pressure, critical situations and deadlines.

- Relationship oriented with focus on both internal and external customer needs.

- Strong skills in reading, analyzing and interpreting technical (civil, mechanical and electrical) drawings, bill of materials, specification, contracts, and bid documents.

- Advanced knowledge of applicable software including Microsoft 365, and Microsoft Projects.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00-$120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Company events

- Dental care

- Employee assistance program

- Extended health care

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- RRSP match

- Vision care

Experience:

- High Voltage Electrical Estimating: 5 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person