Electrical Estimator

ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Black & McDonald’s Ottawa 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 will prepare estimates on electrical construction projects. In addition, the Estimator may provide technical support to project operations with emphasis on estimating, reporting and monitoring progress and dealing with project change.

Duties & responsibilities include but are not limited to :

• Establishing and maintaining effective relationships with suppliers, manufacturer, engineers and contractors in the industry; advising clients about new and effective products and services; and actively seeking out new opportunities, projects and clients and estimating and obtaining new projects;
• Preparing estimates of probable costs of materials, labour and equipment for construction projects based on contract drawings and specifications;
• Establishing and maintaining tendering process, set up cost monitoring, reporting systems and procedures;
• Coordinating price packages with suppliers, subcontractors, owners, designers, and architects regarding tenders;
• Participating in site review, tender review, and tender hand-off;
• Preparing and maintaining a directory of suppliers, contractors, and subcontractors;
• Assisting in material and equipment purchasing for secure jobs.

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

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.

Ongoing investment in training and development

Empowered people with ambitious goals

Collaborative and supportive work culture

Team events and outings year-round

Long-term stability

Interesting and challenging work