About the Opportunity
Our client delivers critical infrastructure projects across the energy, automotive and transit markets throughout Canada. Integrity, Partnership and Empowerment are at the core of what our client values, while ensuring that safety is #1.
Our client is looking for an Electrical Estimator to join their team. Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Preconstruction, the Electrical Estimator will be responsible for reviewing detailed drawings and specifications, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, to accurately prepare proposals, bid packages and review cost estimates for construction projects.
Duties include but are not limited to:
1. Conduct thorough reviews of specifications and drawings
2. Perform top-down estimates (high-level ROMs) and bottom-up estimates by analyzing every aspect of every operation in detail
3. Prepare subcontractor bid packages – includes compiling quantities and writing detailed scope
4. Respond to technical questions from bidders
5. Coordinate price packages with suppliers, subcontractors, owners, designers, and architects
6. Review estimates with the Operations staff
7. Prepare proposals by organizing all material, equipment, labour, and subcontract costs needed to complete the project
8. Solicit and coordinate with Vendors and Suppliers to obtain materials quotes
9. Track all bids, proposals and regularly communicate with Project Managers and other colleagues as needed
10. May assist with business development and/or new customer development
11. Attend and participate in kick off meetings
12. Prepare and/or review detailed cost estimates for projects
13. Manage, maintain and develop estimating programs / software / tracking systems
14. Assist project management staff with change orders, deductions, etc.
15. As required, assist all business units
16. Ensure high standards of workmanship and efficiency
17. Meet with clients, engineers, general contractors, and others regarding proposed construction projects
18. Prepare, present, and maintain required records and written reports as may be required
19. Read, interpret, and understand construction drawings and specifications, the provincial and city codes and ordinances regarding building codes, permit issuance, and permit fees
About You
The successful candidate will have the following:
20. Minimum 5 years of electrical estimating experience within the construction industry
21. Strong knowledge of the electrical installation field
22. A 309A electrical ticket, University degree, or College diploma is required
23. Gold Seal considered an asset
24. Ability to read and evaluate engineering drawings, schematics, field drawings, and plans
25. Ability to read and evaluate technical specifications and commercial/contractual documentation
26. A solid understanding of all construction trades and construction techniques
27. Strong management, delegation, planning, and leadership skills
28. Effectiveness in the areas of construction safety and productivity
29. Knowledge of local, provincial, and federal workplace compliance regulations, ordinances, and legislation
30. Understand the requirements and process for Construction Competition Certificates and Final Acceptance Certificates
31. Have a clear valid driver’s license; an abstract will be required
32. Labor relations and union contract/procedure knowledge
33. Ability to work independently in a busy environment
34. Excellent time management and project management skills
35. High level of sound and independent judgment and reasoning
36. Demonstrated ability to exercise necessary cost control measures
37. Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment
38. Ability to work well under pressure
39. Strong attention to detail