Senior Cost Estimating & Analytics Advisor

Location: Edmonton, AB or Calgary, AB

Duration: 1 Year

Work Model: Hybrid (Mon, Tue & Thurs in office; Wed & Fri WFH)

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Cost Estimating & Analytics Advisor to support the development of a multi‑billion‑dollar project portfolio. As part of the Systems & Solutions team, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing the accuracy, reliability, and effectiveness of capital cost estimating tools, analytical models, and reporting solutions.

You will collaborate with Project Development, Project Controls, and other business partners to calibrate tools, strengthen cost intelligence, and deliver data‑driven insights that guide strategic project decisions.

What You Will Do

- Lead the development, calibration, and enhancement of capital cost estimating tools across Gas Transmission Midstream, Liquids Pipelines, Renewable Energy, Gas Storage, and Core projects.
- Analyze historical project performance, estimate variances, and market data to improve methodologies and estimate accuracy.
- Validate and recalibrate estimating assumptions using internal project data, contractor pricing, and market intelligence.
- Drive major recalibration initiatives when variances are identified between estimates and actual results.
- Develop and maintain process documentation, calibration procedures,



and user guides to ensure consistency and governance.
- Build and maintain Power BI dashboards, KPIs, and reporting solutions that deliver actionable cost intelligence.
- Create analytical models, cost curves, and decision‑support solutions.
- Partner with Project Development, System Planning, System Design, and Project Controls teams to deliver tailored, data‑driven solutions.
- Provide timely support for stakeholder requests related to estimating tools, analytics, and reporting.

Who You Are

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Construction Management, Business Analytics, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in capital cost estimating, validation, and calibration.
- Robust knowledge of estimating methodologies, tool calibration practices, and variance analysis.
- Experience with cost estimating systems, data visualization tools, and analytics platforms.
- Proficiency in Power BI , data analytics, and cost estimating software.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
- Certified Estimating Professional (CEP) designation from AACE International, or equivalent certification, is considered an asset.

📌 Cost Estimation Engineer (Alberta)
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📍 Alberta