ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Black & McDonald’s Mechanical & Electrical ICI team is growing! If you are committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.

The Electrical Estimator is located in Scarborough and typically reports directly to the Chief Estimator. The Estimator will be responsible for all aspects of estimating and will ensure strict adherence to B&M policies and procedures relating to the estimating process. The Estimator shall also liaise with customers to ensure continuity of work opportunities and with vendors to maintain competitiveness within the industry. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Prepare estimates of probable costs of materials, labour and equipment for construction projects based on contract bids, quotations, schematic drawings and specificationsAdvise on tendering procedures, examine and analyze tenders, recommend tender awardsParticipates in site review, tender review, tender hand-off, project closing and operational/sector meetingsPrepare and maintain a directory of suppliers, contractors and subcontractorsLiaise, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

Communicates EffectivelyCustomer FocusHolds Self and Others AccountableProblem Solving and InnovationTeamwork and Collaboration

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Graduate of electrical estimating or construction programSeveral years’ experience working in the electrical construction sector

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

10+ years’ experience in estimating electrical ICI construction work, preferably on P3 projects

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Proficient knowledge and understanding of:

Estimate closureProject electrical design interpretationConstruction scheduling, planning, and executionOrganization and time managementExcellent communications skillsSelf-motivated and able to work with deadlines

Advanced user of:

MS Office (Word, Excel, Project)Accubid

Please be advised that a Criminal Background Check and Professional Reference Check will be required as part of our employment screening and selection process. Additionally, all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with accessibility accommodation requirements. Accessibility accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

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