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Engineer 2 - Estimating & Project Engineering

Number of positions: 1 Job Location: Edmonds A02

Employment type: Permanent Region: Lower Mainland

Hours of work: Full-time (37.5 hrs/wk) Flexible Work Role: Hybrid

Annual salary: $ 87,700.00 - 110,900.00

What you'll do

• Our Cost Estimating team performs an integral role in the delivery of infrastructure projects at BC Hydro. Estimating team

members work with cross-functional teams to develop project cost estimates throughout the project lifecycle as well as

contributing to the planning, scheduling and implementation of a broad portfolio of projects spanning many different asset

types.

• We’re seeking someone with extensive experience in cost estimating, design and construction of large infrastructure

projects to join our Estimating team based at BC Hydro’s Edmonds office in Burnaby, B.C. You’ll be part of the Generation

Stations Estimating Team within the Engineering Services business group, working primarily on capital projects. This is an

exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working on a wide variety of projects, each with its own unique scope, assets,

stakeholders, risks and technical aspects. While the work is based out of Burnaby, you’ll get to travel to BC Hydro’s facilities

located throughout British Columbia.

• As a Cost Engineer in the Estimating team, you’ll prepare cost estimates for small to medium size and complexity projects.

You may have to lead a team of other estimators to complete complex tasks where different skills and knowledge are

required. You will coordinate with other project team members for cost estimating inputs. You will lead external and internal

presentations of cost estimates and knowledge sharing. Projects will primarily be related to generating stations and dams.

Projects may be new infrastructure or upgrades to existing assets and the estimates may be at various stages in the project

life cycle, ranging from early stage planning level estimates, through to estimates supporting full funding and additional

funding requests. You’ll provide cost estimate information for regulatory processes.

• You’ll contribute to the success of projects by providing input on construction methodology, schedule, project delivery

methodology, project risks, procurement documents, proposal evaluations and contract claims. You’ll prepare budgets and

schedules for the estimating work assigned to you and ensure it is completed within the schedule and budget.

• You will also be a reviewer of cost estimates prepared by others, including 3rd parties. You may review the work of,

supervise and provide guidance to other team members. Maintaining your knowledge of relevant standards and keeping

apprised of industry cost trends are also key parts of this role. You’ll support the development of team members through

knowledge sharing, coaching and mentoring and contribute to internal guidelines, processes, tools and templates.

• Understanding the business in which we operate is key for this role. As such, you’ll maintain relationships across the

organization and use your knowledge of business drivers, policies and procedures to ensure the project estimate is

appropriate. You’ll be able to formally and informally present or answer questions regarding project costs estimates,

including communicating with various levels of management within the organization and with external stakeholders.

What you bring

The successful candidate must have:

• Bachelor degree or higher in electrical, mechanical, civil or structural engineering recognized by Engineers and

Geoscientists BC (EGBC).

• Registered, or eligible for registration, as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng) with EGBC.

• A minimum of 4 years of combined experience in estimating, design, or construction of industrial or infrastructure type

projects, preferably on hydro power or dam safety projects; 1+ year’s relevant experience in estimating or in similar role with

a proven track record (recent) of full Cost Estimating and Schedule Development for capital projects (excluding project

controls tasks).

• Ability to develop collaborative relationships within your team, with other parts of your organization and outside of your

organization in support of business objectives.

• Proficiency with MS Office (including advanced knowledge in MS Word, Advanced level in Excel & Advanced level in

PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat Professional, Primavera P6, @Risk, and specialist estimating software (HCSS, EBC or

equivalent).

• Have strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Have excellent presentation skills at all levels.

The following additional qualifications are considered to be an asset for this role:

• Experience in performing Total Project Cost estimate services in terms of construction estimating (with escalation

calculations & a risk quantification analysis to develop the project or estimating contingency), planning, scheduling and

related functions.

• Demonstrated knowledge of different construction methods; planning scheduling, sequencing, quality, safety and timeline.
• Demonstrated thorough knowledge of indirect costs and application of these to Owner’s estimates.
• Reasonable field experience in large civil construction, preferably in the areas of dams, hydropower stations, tunnels,

bridges, excavation, and specialty ground treatments.

• Experience in estimating costs and developing schedules for large substations and transmission lines construction.
• Experience in large powerhouse construction, preferably in the areas of turbine and generator, Balance of Plant, HVAC,

fire protection, and P&C.

• Experience in Asset Management/Capital Planning in an environment similar in nature to BC Hydro in terms of project

complexity and stakeholders.

• Experience in reviewing/negotiating contract claims for work over $10M
• Knowledge of AACE estimating practices and guidelines.

What we offer

• A comprehensive benefits package

• A minimum of 15 paid vacation days

• A lifetime pension

• Flexible work model, depending on your role type

• Training and development courses

For more information on the benefits we offer, visit bchydro.com/benefits.

Please be advised that this role has been assessed as safety sensitive and pre-qualification alcohol and drug testing will be

required as a pre-condition to employment.

What else you should know

• A condition of employment for this job is that you maintain your Class 5 Driver's License In good standing.
• Applicants who do not meet full qualifications or those with lesser work experience may be considered for a position at a

lower level.

Before you apply, please confirm you meet BC Hydro’s time in role requirement. M&P employees must meet the time in role

requirement specified in their most recent offer letter. For MoveUP and IBEW employees, the current time in role as

outlined in the Collective Agreements will apply.

Don't forget to update your Candidate Profile with your current resume and copies of your certifications. If applicable,

include your Trades Qualification. This will ensure we have all the necessary information to assess your application without

any delays.

Location: Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada V3N 4X8

**Date Posted:2026-02-27Closing Date:**2026-03-27

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