Cost Analyst

Cost Analyst

AtkinsRéalis is one of Canada's largest private sector nuclear engineering groups. We have been providing a wide range of services to the nuclear industry in Canada and around the world since for more than 60 years. We are proud to be the steward of Canadian CANDU nuclear technology.

Reporting to the Cost Estimating Manager, the Cost Analyst is responsible for executing cost estimating and analysis activities for new project bids and feasibility studies. The Cost Estimating team provides expertise in services that include estimating, cost engineering, economic/investment modelling and cost benefit analysis. The team defines, analyzes and verifies all input data, compiles data within standard cost models according to the work breakdown structure and ensures all estimating methods and practices conform to the established procedures and recommended practices.

Location: Mississauga, ON

Your role within the team:

General duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Prepare capital cost estimates for new project opportunities as identified in Request for Proposals (RFPs), change orders on existing projects, and feasibility studies, including estimation of engineering, equipment, construction, project management, and indirect project costs.
• Work with members of the proposal team, including leads from Marketing and Business Development, Engineering, Project Management, Procurement, Risk, and Commercial, to define and gather the technical inputs required for the preparation of detailed, full scope cost estimates.
• Review and assess RFPs, contract documents and client agreements to ensure estimates are aligned with the scope of work, work breakdown structure, and terms and conditions.
• Work with project teams to prepare feasibility study and budgetary cost estimates for full scope Engineering, Procurement and Construction scopes.
• Conduct benchmarking comparisons of estimates against actual costs from historical projects, and use these comparisons to re-evaluate estimate inputs.
• Prepare contingency estimates, payment schedules, cash flow curves, REC forms, and populate client specific price forms and templates.
• Facilitate estimate review and challenge sessions and present estimate details and basis as required to obtain formal approvals.
• Prepare formal basis of estimate documents when and as required for internal and external clients.
• Ensure the effective transition of cost model data from the proposal estimate stage to project budget setup.
• Ensure that all estimating deliverables meet timelines and accuracy requirements.
• Special assignments, ad hoc reports and other related cost estimating duties as required.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis as an employer?

Because we offer:

• The opportunity to work on various major projects for internal and external clients.
• An exciting environment where work-life balance is important.
• A wide array of learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive pay, flexible benefits, an employee share plan, and a defined contribution pension plan.
• A work environment focused on health and safety.

The ideal candidate:

• University or college graduate in a technical or business field of study with at least 5 years of experience within a high technology or construction industry.
• Professional designation (CCP/T through the AACEI, Quantity Surveyor, PMP) is an asset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong mathematical and analytical/problem-solving capabilities are essential.
• High level of proficiency in MS Office suite software, with emphasis on Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with third-party estimating tools is an asset.
• Knowledge of cost-estimating techniques and AACEI practices is beneficial.
• Ability to prioritize and to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Effective problem-solving and Reasoning skills with a results-oriented approach.
• Ability to accommodate occasional travel when required to support the estimating scope of work.

Are you up for this challenge? Apply today and join our team to help engineer a Better Future for our Planet and its People.

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