Electrical Estimator

Wildstone Group; Penticton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned construction company is seeking an Electrical Estimator to manage bid processes in Penticton or Kelowna. The ideal candidate will have a Journeyperson Red Seal certification or Electrical Engineering degree, with experience in commercial projects. Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential. We offer comprehensive benefits, including health coverage and unlimited paid time off after the first year.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision coverage

RRSP matching

Employee Assistance Programs

Employee Recognition and Rewards Program

Unlimited Paid Time Off after years

Qualifications

• Years of experience in commercial/industrial projects.
• Experience preparing estimates and take-offs preferred.
• Skilled in reading drawings for power distribution equipment.

Responsibilities

• Manage bids from beginning to end, creating scope definitions and reviewing estimates.
• Seek new projects, analyze tenders, and provide feedback.
• Review project plans and prepare accurate bid estimates.

Skills

Problem Solving

Strong Communication Skills

Experience in Commercial/Industrial Projects

Technical Proficiency in Estimating Softwares

Education

Journeyperson Red Seal Electrician certification

Electrical Engineering degree/diploma

Tools

Accubid

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Bluebeam

Job description

Overview

As our newest Electrical Estimator in our Penticton or Kelowna, BC location, you'll be at the heart of the action, managing a bid from beginning to end—creating a scope definition, reviewing the estimate, and maintaining documentation control—ensuring that every detail of project pricing is carefully considered and included. Your ability to think on your feet and remain flexible while meeting tight deadlines will be key to your success. This is an ideal opportunity for a Red Seal Electrician looking to transition out of the field and take on a new challenge.

What You\'ll Be Doing

• Pre-Bidding Activities: Seek out new projects to bid on, analyze and post tenders to our tracking system, and provide feedback on the suitability of each project.


• Site Investigations: Participate in site visits and pre-bid meetings to clarify project expectations, highlight potential issues, and ensure the team is well-prepared.


• Bid Proposals & Documentation: Review project plans, specs, and proposals to prepare accurate and comprehensive bid estimates, ensuring all required information is included.


• Trade & Supplier Communication: Solicit pricing from subcontractors and suppliers, managing communication during the tender phase to secure the best deal and maintain relationships.


• Estimating & Scheduling: Accurately estimate labor, material, and equipment costs while building detailed construction schedules to guide the project.

What You Bring to the Team

• Experience & Skills: years in the field on commercial / industrial projects


• Experienced doing take offs and preparing estimates (preferred)


• Well-versed with the following systems : Fire Alarm, Security, Solar, Data / Communication, DDC / BMS / HVAC Controls, Instrumentation, Commercial lighting controls and wiring


• Proficient at reading drawings and installing main power distribution equipment - panels, transformers, main distribution switchboards etc. - per drawings


• Practiced at reading equipment cut sheets


• Skilled at installing specialty / high-end lighting and controls as per manufacturers\' installation requirements and as shown on drawings


• Education: A Journeyperson Red Seal Electrician certification and / or an Electrical Engineering degree / diploma with relevant site experience


• Problem Solving: You\'re a resourceful, solution-oriented individual who can think outside the box


• Communication: Strong communication skills are a must. You’ll engage with owners, architects, engineers, trades, and suppliers, making sure everyone stays aligned and informed.


• Tech Savvy: Experience with estimating databases, like Accubid, is an added advantage.


• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), and Bluebeam.

A little about Wildstone. We’re family-owned and operated, we take on projects in some of the most remote, challenging and exciting locations in western and northern Canada, and our goal is to always make a positive impact through community involvement where we work.

We take care of our teams with benefits that include health / dental / vision, RRSP matching, Employee and Family Assistance Programs, an Employee Recognition and Rewards Program and Unlimited Paid Time off after years.

Ready to make an impact?

If you\'re passionate about construction and love being part of a team that values your contribution, we want to hear from you!