Mechanical Estimator, Heavy Industrial

We are seeking a Mechanical Estimator to join a premier, heavy industrial general contractor at the forefront of Canada’s energy and infrastructure sectors. In this role, you will take full ownership of preparing, reviewing, and presenting discipline-specific estimates for multi-million and billion-dollar project proposals, with a specific focus on the Oil, Gas, Mining, and Nuclear and Large-Scale Industrial markets. This is a high-impact position designed for a seasoned professional who excels in self-performing environments and thrives in a collaborative, "partnering" atmosphere with owners and engineers.

Advantages
-Premium Compensation: Highly competitive base salary ranging from $100,000 – $150,000 (flexible beyond this for the right skill set and experience)
-Superior Benefits: 100% company-paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision (no employee contributions) and a 10% RRSP matching program.
-Generous Time Off
-Professional Growth: An annual education reimbursement allowance and a clear path toward Lead roles.
-Relocation Support: Comprehensive relocation packages available for qualified candidates moving to the GTA
-Modern Flexibility: A flexible hybrid schedule (typically 2-3 days in the Oakville office).

Responsibilities
-Take-Offs & Quantification: Analyze engineering drawings and project specifications to accurately calculate material and installation quantities.
-Cost Estimation: Draft detailed cost estimates for major, complex projects both regionally and across Canada.
-Strategic Planning: Evaluate client blueprints to understand project scope, creating pre-construction plans that serve as the foundation for the final estimate.
-Risk & Contract Review: Assess all incoming tender packages and contract documents, collaborating with corporate legal counsel to mitigate risk.
-Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with project scheduling, procurement, planning, and bid proposal teams to ensure alignment.
-Stakeholder Presentations: Formulate and deliver comprehensive estimate presentations to internal leadership and corporate clients.
-Relationship Management: Cultivate and maintain strong, reliable partnerships with sub-contractors, vendors, consultants, and clients.
-Process Optimization: Work alongside the estimating department to drive continuous improvement and optimize bidding workflows.

Qualifications
-Background: Post-secondary credential in Mechanical Engineering, or a matching track record in specialized mechanical cost estimation.
-Professional Experience: A solid foundation (typically 5 or more years) managing mechanical estimates for large-scale, high-value projects.
-Industry Familiarity: A strong handle on the Canadian construction landscape, market rates, and regional bidding trends.
-Sector Expertise: Background in heavy industries—such as mining, hydro power, oil and gas, or industrial processing—is highly valued.
-Communication Skills: Fully proficient in English (written and verbal); working knowledge or fluency in French is a strong advantage.
-Technical Toolkit: Strong command of standard office productivity suites alongside digital takeoff tools like Bluebeam or equivalent estimating software.
-Interpersonal Capabilities: Proven track record in professional presentations and contract negotiations with diverse project stakeholders.
-Adaptability: Willingness to travel periodically for on-site reviews, field walks, and face-to-face client brief sessions.

Summary
If the above position is of interest, please apply directly here OR email courtney.latta@randstad.ca

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

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