Electrical Estimator - Utilities Projects (Vancouver)

Black & McDonald Limited; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Black & McDonald Limited in Vancouver seeks an Electrical Estimator to develop estimates for electrical utility projects and assist in tender submissions. You will work under the lead Electrical Estimator to prepare cost estimates for materials, labour and equipment, and perform quantity take-offs.

The role requires 1–3 years of estimating experience in utilities or commercial construction, with knowledge of electrical systems and strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of estimating experience in utilities or commercial construction.
• Degree or Diploma in Construction Engineering Technology/Construction Management is an asset.
• Trade experience in electrical construction may substitute for education.
• Proficient knowledge of established construction best practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing estimates for tender submissions on electrical utility projects.
• Assist the lead Electrical Estimator with cost estimates for materials, labour and equipment.
• Perform quantity take-offs and analyze tenders.
• Coordinate with suppliers, subcontractors, owners, designers and architects on tenders.
• Maintain tendering process, cost databases and estimating software.

Skills

Electrical estimating knowledge

MS Office proficiency

Detail orientation

Time management

Communication

Travel willingness

BC Class 5 driver's license

Education

Construction Engineering Technology/Construction Management degree or diploma

Trades experience in electrical construction (substitute for education)

Tools

Estimating software

MS Office Suite

Job description

Black & McDonald Limited in Vancouver seeks an Electrical Estimator to develop estimates for electrical utility projects and assist in tender submissions. You will work under the lead Electrical Estimator to prepare cost estimates for materials, labour and equipment, and perform quantity take-offs.

The role requires 1–3 years of estimating experience in utilities or commercial construction, with knowledge of electrical systems and strong organizational skills.