Wind and Renewables Estimator

• Location: Calgary, Alberta
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #12492
• Salary: CA$110,000 Per Hour

MatchBox Consulting Group is looking for a Wind and Renewables Estimator in Calgary, AB.

Our client, a Fortune 192 company and North America’s largest specialty contractor, provides premier infrastructure solutions across the electric power, underground utility, renewable energy, industrial, and telecommunications sectors. Its Canadian division specializes in turnkey engineering and construction for utility-scale wind, solar, and energy storage projects. Joining this team means contributing to a people-centered energy transition and building a sustainable future for generations to come.

Responsibilities:

• Develop detailed cost estimates and schedules for utility-scale wind projects (100 MW+), integrating historical productivity data and collaborating with project teams to create execution plans.
• Leverage Quanta’s Renewable Energy Platform (QREP) to ensure consistency, profitability, and risk management in large-scale renewable energy projects.
• Prepare detailed bid reviews and conducts risk assessments, focusing on clarity and precision for wind energy proposals.
• Act as a client liaison, ensuring alignment on project scope, schedules, and budgets, while fostering strong client satisfaction for wind projects.
• Collaborate with procurement and vendor teams to develop subcontractor and supplier scopes, price requirements, and schedules tailored to wind projects.
• Engage with local and First Nation partners to enhance community partnerships and incorporate regional expertise in wind energy projects.

Requirements:

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Science, Management, Engineering, or a related field, with 5+ years of renewable energy estimation experience.
• Proven expertise in leading and developing estimates for 100 MW+ utility-scale wind projects with strong collaboration and communication skills for cross-functional teamwork.
• Extensive knowledge of project design, EPC processes, and crew-based estimating tailored to large-scale wind installations.
• Proficiency with tools like Primavera P6 and Hard Dollar (InEight) for estimating and scheduling is considered advantageous.
• Demonstrated leadership in mentoring junior staff on wind project estimation techniques and best practices.
• Comprehensive understanding of materials, methods, and equipment for wind energy construction, alongside engineering, scheduling, and contracting processes for large-scale projects.

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

Find out more at www.matchboxhr.com