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Electrical EstimatorBlack & McDonald Limited • Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Electrical Estimator

Electrical Estimator

Black & McDonald Limited • Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
30+ days ago
Salary
CA$65,000.00 yearly
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

BUILD YOUR CAREER AT BLACK & MCDONALD

Black & McDonald is an integrated, multi trade service provider that safely delivers high quality construction, facilities management, and technical solutions. We are a family-owned and family-run company that employs thousands of highly skilled and talented professionals across North America. With 100+ years of diverse market experience, we are a forward thinking organization with a strong track record of delivering operational excellence and customer-focused solutions that stand the test of time.

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:

  • Establish and maintain effective relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, engineers and contractors in the industry.
  • Prepare estimates of costs of materials, labour and equipment for construction projects based on contract bids, quotations, schematic drawings and specifications.
  • Analyze blueprints, specifications, and project documents to determine scope and requirements.
  • Factor in overhead, insurance, taxes, and contingencies into estimates.
  • Identify potential cost risks and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Collaborate with project managers and engineers to align estimates with project goals.
  • Coordinate price packages with suppliers, subcontractors, owners, designers, and architects regarding tenders.
  • Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits to gather field data, tender review, and tender hand-off.
  • Stay updated on industry trends, labor rates, and material costs.
  • Recommend improvements to estimating procedures and tools.
  • Evaluate completed projects to refine future estimating accuracy.

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

  • Communicates Effectively
  • Continuous Learning
  • Customer Focus
  • Holds Self and Others Accountable
  • Problem Solving and Innovation
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Values and Respects Others

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

  • Degree or diploma in engineering, estimating, project management, construction engineering technology.
  • Experience in the electrical trade may substitute for education requirements.

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

  • 1-3 years' of experience estimating electrical construction projects, with additional experience considered an asset.

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

  • Knowledge and understanding of:
    • Construction scheduling, planning, and execution.
    • Cost Estimating.
    • Established electrical practices, procedures and techniques.
    • Blueprint reading.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Familiarity with the following programs would be considered an asset:

  • MS Office (Word, Excel, Project, Outlook).
  • Accubid.
  • Bluebeam.

The expected salary range for this role is between $65,000 - $75,000 per year. The starting salary will be determined based on several factors such as the successful candidate's qualifications, including but not limited to education and experience. Base pay is one component of Black & McDonald's total rewards package. Total rewards vary by position and may include additional offerings such as group insurance benefits, pension plan, annual discretionary bonus, career development programs, and other HR programs.

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.

If you are an existing Black & McDonald employee, please notify your supervisor of your interest and intent to apply before applying.

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