Electrical Estimator

Our client specializes in large-scale electrical, automation, and controls projects. They are currently looking for an Electrical Estimator to join their team in Pickering.

The successful Electrical Estimator candidate will be responsible for producing accurate and timely estimates for potential projects. They will be responsible for obtaining specific and detailed information from Tenders, to accurately complete a comprehensive and competitive bid.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Provide thorough takeoffs that accurately reflect all costs, using estimating software.
• Preparing tenders by quantifying, organizing, and tabulating all material, labour, and subcontract costs needed to complete the project.
• Participating in tender review, tender hand-off with Project Manager and Purchasing when and where required
• Provide comprehensive updates to management, including possibility of winning the bid, changes that need to be made, and any possible risks
• Attend site visits as required to gain knowledge and information for quoting purposes
• Track all bids and proposals in excel and submit to Project Manager for entry
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs throughout the bid process
• Identify new opportunities through both new and existing customers

Qualifications:

• Ability to understand all types of drawings and technical specifications.
• Strong knowledge of the Ontario Electrical Code and Canadian Electrical Code
• Thorough working knowledge of the electrical construction industry
• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in estimating electrical ICI construction work
• Advanced user of MS Office and Accubid
• Excellent communication skills
• Self-motivated and able to work under strict deadlines
• Outstanding organization and time management
• Strong background in Power Distribution, EV, and Infrastructure

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