Project Estimator (Phoenix)

Sedgman is a leading provider of mineral processing and associated infrastructure solutions to the global resources industry, specializing in design, construction, and operation of mineral processing plants. This role can be based out of our Phoenix, Vancouver, or Montreal offices.

About the role

As a Project Estimator, you will lead the preparation of accurate cost estimates for engineering projects within the mining and mineral processing industry. The role involves overseeing stakeholder collaboration, risk assessment, and maintaining and improving estimating systems, data, and processes to support successful project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates for studies and projects, ensuring alignment with time, cost, and quality targets.
• Lead and collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to develop estimates and risk assessments.
• Maintain and improve estimating systems, databases, templates, and cost records, including final design take-offs.
• Track, report, and manage estimating activities.
• Establish, maintain, and continuously improve estimating databases, price books, templates, and spreadsheets.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of estimating and risk management processes and tools.

Requirements

• 10+ years’ experience estimating within engineering or construction environments in the mining industry.
• Experience in developing estimates from AACE Class 1 to Class 5.
• Experience with @Risk or similar risk management software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including high-level proofreading and document quality control.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to coordinate estimates for multiple studies/projects simultaneously.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with clients, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams when developing cost estimates.
• Experience with estimating systems, databases, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• 401k matching
• Paid vacation, personal days, and holidays
• Discretionary bonus
• Opportunity to work on significant projects for the North American mining industry
• Significant career growth potential
• Access to world-leading mentors across disciplines and commodities

Pay

Salary will consider education, experience, relevant skills and capability, geographic location, and market conditions at the time of hire.