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Senior Mining Estimator

Thiess
Location
Salt Lake City, Utah
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Technical Services (Corp)
Salary
$140,000-170,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (Mining Engineering preferred)
  • Minimum 7 years of estimating experience with technical expertise across mining and heavy civil earth works
  • Proficient in developing cost estimates for mining or heavy civil related projects
  • Demonstrated ability to lead large studies and program-level estimates
  • Advanced understanding of various contract structures and their impact on estimating
  • Experience with databased estimating platforms (CATS, InEight Estimate, Sage Timberline Estimating, On-Screen Take-Off, MCASES MII, IPE, HCSS or other)
Nice to have
  • Contractor-side, construction, field, or preconstruction experience
  • Experience leading estimates for PEA, PFS, FS, execution, sustaining capital, and large projects
What the job really is

The Senior Mining Estimator at Thiess will be responsible for developing and managing capital cost estimates for mining and reclamation projects. This role involves collaborating with various teams to ensure successful project execution, leading large-scale estimates, and preparing detailed reports. The estimator will also assess project risks and opportunities while driving innovative solutions within the estimating process.

Benefits
  • Comprehensive medical benefits including private health insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 401K retirement savings benefit with employer matching contributions
  • Career development and opportunities domestic within the US, and potentially international
  • PTO, Paid Holidays
  • Possible domestic relocation assistance
Things to weigh
  • No salary listed in the posting, but a pay range is provided ($140,000-170,000 annual base salary USD)
  • Role requires occasional travel to project sites, which may involve extended periods of sitting
  • Work is primarily performed in an office environment, with some physical requirements for site visits
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