ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Black & McDonald is actively seeking a Utility Estimator to join our Southern Ontario Utilities team. The successful candidate will lead the team’s analysis of cost estimates and preparation of electrical / civil work take-offs on utility projects.
They will provide technical support to project operations, with emphasis on electrical estimating, reporting and monitoring progress, planning, scheduling, and handling project change.
Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to :
- Prepares electrical / civil work take-offs and estimates on utility projects including costs of materials, labour and equipment required for projects based on contract bids, quotations, schematic drawings and specifications
- Advises on tendering procedures; examines and analyzes tenders, recommends tender awards and conducts negotiations
- Establishes and maintains tendering process, sets up cost monitoring, reporting systems and procedures
- Initiate price packages with suppliers, subcontractors, owners, designers and architects regarding tenders
- Participates in site meetings, tender review, tender hand-off, and project closing, as required
- Liaises, consults and communicates with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors, and prepares economic evaluation on changes and adjustments to cost estimates
- Assist in material and equipment purchasing for secured key projects
- Other duties as assigned
COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
- Communicates Effectively
- Customer Focus
- Holds Self and Others Accountable
- Thorough and detail oriented
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Values and Respects Others
- Creative yet analytical by nature
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Degree or Diploma in :
- Construction Engineering Technology
- Construction Management
- Electrical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical trade school
The following certifications / designations are considered an asset
- Electrical / Civil trades background
- Gold Seal Certified (GSC)
- Professional Quantity Surveyor (PQS)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- 5+ years’ estimating experience on utility construction (substation) projects
- Experience estimating underground utilities an asset
- Experience in renewable construction projects (e.g. wind, solar, EV battery storage)
- Experience in electrical equipment buildings (e.g. switchgears, relays)
SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Proficient user of :
- MS Office (Word, Excel, Project)
- Accubid, Bid2Win or any similar bidding software
Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities.
Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.
Team events and outings year-round
One company with endless opportunities to learn and grow
A family business with family values
Competitive compensation and benefits packages
Ongoing investment in training and development
Empowered people with ambitious goals
Estimator (Utilities)
As the Estimator (Utility) for the Ontario Line Project, you will be responsible for preparing detailed cost estimates for utility-related aspects of the project. ...
Estimator - Utilities
Black & McDonald is actively seeking a Utility Estimator to join our Southern Ontario Utilities team. Experience estimating underground utilities an asset. ...
Estimator (Utilities Civil)
Reporting to the Estimating Manager, the Estimator will be responsible for accurately estimating the cost of all elements for. This includes accurately estimating the cost of labour, equipment and materials for the supply and installation, as well as, responsible for the direction, preparation and d...
Network Infrastructure Project Manager
RYCOM is currently hiring a highly motivated and detail-oriented Project Manager – Infrastructure Specialist. The PM will be responsible for developing and reviewing the project scope, budget, plans and schedules, and will ensure that every project is completed according to the approved plans, speci...
Senior Project Coordinator
We have an exciting opportunity to make a difference as a Senior Project Coordinator for Safety Studies. Schedule and assign tasks internally, monitor project progress, identify potential issues, and implement solutions to keep projects on track. In this role, you will be responsible for coordinatin...
Marketing Project Manager
Position: Marketing Project Manager. We’re looking for a Marketing Project Manager who will be interacting daily with our customers, agency partners and internal resources. This individual will be responsible for overseeing the life cycle of print marketing and creative design projects, ensuring acc...
Civil Design Engineer
The main purpose of the position is to carry out civil engineering design and production of 3D models and specifications related to civil works such as road networks, terrace/grading bulk earthworks, potable water systems, sanitary and storm water systems, storage volume capacity and preparing 2D & ...
Project Coordinator, Technical Service
As a Project Coordinator you will be responsible for maintaining strong client relations, generating quotations in response to request for proposals (RFP’s), sourcing of required parts, and monitoring and aiding in the invoicing process. Project Coordinator, Technical Service. ...
Construction Project Manager
The ideal candidate will oversee project priorities and milestones, working closely with the senior leadership team, field operations, clients, and other key stakeholders to ensure the successful completion of each project. Lead and develop project management processes and methods for each project, ...
Project Coordinator-[full-time]
Here's how a Project Coordinator for our BC Region office contributes to our team:. Assists the project manager and superintendent with overall project performance including cost, schedule, safety and quality. That's why we're always looking ahead, and not just to the next project or what's next in ...