Senior Mining Cost Estimator

Stantec • Salt Lake City, UT

137d

About The Position

At Stantec, we help deliver the critical minerals needed to power our world, from the cars we drive to the infrastructure powering our communities. And we don’t just design the largest, deepest, and most technically challenging mines in the world—we do it sustainably. We’re helping clients reduce energy usage, adopt clean energy sources, and implement digital solutions and automation. Join our team of mining professionals and you’ll be at the forefront of this evolving industry while building the mine of the future. You’ll also build your own future, with exciting opportunities for development and advancement.

Responsibilities

• Develop multi-discipline cost estimates and construction schedules.
• Support the validation of material takeoffs and construction quantities from drawings.
• Compile information into a cohesive cost estimate.
• Prepare estimate execution plans and basis of estimate report deliverables.
• Develop site-specific estimating criteria, including wage and person-hour productivity rates.
• Participate in quality control reviews of construction documents.
• Obtain quotes from vendors, suppliers, and contractors.
• Prepare construction logistics plans and labor-force plans.
• Identify risks and opportunities in design documents related to competitive pricing.
• Contribute to constructability review of engineering designs.
• Collaborate with team members to develop and improve cost estimating procedures and tools.
• Coach and mentor junior estimators.
• Maintain a positive attitude and demonstrate a willingness to grow in a team environment.
• Serve as a cost estimating point of contact for internal and external clients.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior