Job Description

Determined, imaginative, curious—if these are some of the ways you describe yourself, we want to learn more about you!

At TC Energy, we are proud to connect the world to the energy it needs. Guided by our values of safety in every step, personal accountability, one team and active learning, we deliver the critical energy that North America and the world rely on while balancing reliability, affordability and sustainability.

The Opportunity

The Canada Gas Estimating team is evolving to meet the needs of our growing business, and we are expanding our presence in Calgary, Alberta to support the integrity and capital projects within our portfolio. This fast-paced area will work with project managers and business development teams to ensure the efficient preparation of high quality, timely and accurate estimates.

We are seeking a driven and detail-oriented individual who has knowledge and experience in not only estimating but also has a broad understanding of project controls. This individual will have the proven skills, competencies and capacity to analyze and present findings with a continuous improvement mindset.

What you'll do

• Lead the preparation and coordination of project cost estimates for all phases of projects

• Present completed estimates to senior management and stakeholders

• Provide support to other estimators on the team for specific projects

• Collaborate with internal and external customers and stakeholders

• Develop and implement improved estimating processes, procedures, templates and tools based on AACEi Recommended Practices.

• Collaborate with project management groups in the sharing of lessons learned and best practices from projects to enhance our competitive advantage in developing and executing projects

• Monitor and improve estimating performance through incorporation of actual cost feedback into future estimates

• Work closely with the Project Controls team in establishing structured control estimates

• Work closely with Sr Estimators when required in a supportive learning environment

• Support Supply Chain Management with bid analysis reviews during the definition phase and change order assessments during the implementation phase

Minimum Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in a related field

• 4 years of related technical/estimating experience

• Relevant experience in the Canadian oil and gas industry with knowledge in pipelines and related facilities

• Experience in conceptual estimating and ability to produce detailed quantity-based estimates

• A fundamental understanding of the main project discipline groups (e.g. Civil, Mechanical, E&I, Coatings, etc.)

• Familiarity with industry contacts to confirm reasonableness of major material costs and labour rates

• Ability to walk through the estimating process and basis during reviews and to defend the credibility of the deliverables

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite of software tools, including Access, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Projects, Visio, etc.

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a multi-faceted team

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of quantitative risk analysis and project scheduling would be an asset

• Experience in conventional and renewable energy/power projects

• Project construction experience would be an asset

• Familiarity with and/or ability to learn use of Cleopatra (or similar) Estimating software

To remain competitive, support our high-performance culture and allow for more flexibility in the way we work, we offer a hybrid work model and flexible dress code for our eligible office-based workforce in Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. #LI-Hybrid

About our business

We are a leader in North American energy infrastructure, spanning Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Every day, our dedicated team proudly connects the world to the energy it needs—moving over 30 per cent of the cleaner-burning natural gas used across the continent. Complemented by strategic ownership and low-risk investments in power generation, our infrastructure fuels industries and generates affordable, reliable and sustainable power across North America, while enabling LNG exports to global markets.

TC Energy is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program supervised by the US government. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. We are also committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. Applicants requiring accommodations or accessible formats are encouraged to contact us at careers@tcenergy.com for support.

All applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country where the position is based, without restrictions. Background screening is required for all positions, which may include criminal and/or credit checks. Offers may be extended at a different level or job title that best aligns with the successful candidate's qualifications.

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Thank you for considering TC Energy in your career journey.