Estimator

Western Pacific Enterprises LTD; Surrey; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Extended health & dental

Wellness reimbursement

Vacation + sick days

Education assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Western Pacific Enterprises, Ltd. (WPE) is seeking an Estimator II to support cost estimates for electrical construction projects across western Canada.

The role focuses on preparing labor and material costs, collaborating with management, and ensuring accurate, competitive bids for large-scale electrical work. Ideal candidates will have 3–5 years of estimating experience, a related engineering degree, and strong skills in MS Office and estimating software.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of estimating experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field; combination of relevant education and experience considered in lieu of degree.

Responsibilities

• Prepare complete labor and material cost estimates.
• Coordinate with project management; prepare bills of material for purchasing.
• Determine constructability via field walk-downs with customer and crew.
• Review project documents for accuracy and data entry.
• Perform field take-offs/evaluations for estimates and support change orders.
• Track costs and assist with invoicing and cost controls.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team player

Self-motivated

Microsoft Office

Estimating software

CEC knowledge

Education

Engineering degree or related field

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Office

Job description

About The Role

The Estimator II is an integral part of the electrical construction process and ensures competitiveness, profitability, and growth. The Estimator II is responsible for cost estimates for various electrical construction projects.

The Estimator II is an integral part of the electrical construction process and ensures competitiveness, profitability, and growth. The Estimator II is responsible for cost estimates for various electrical construction projects.

Company Overview

Since 1973, Western Pacific Enterprises, Ltd. (WPE) – a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc. – has provided complex, large-scale electrical construction services for our clients throughout western Canada. As a full-service electrical provider, we offer industry-leading electrical commercial and industrial, substation, transmission and distribution, and renewable energy services. Innovation and an enthusiasm for challenging projects have made us one of British Columbia’s largest electrical contractors.

We have built some of the most prominent fixtures of Vancouver and western Canada, including projects such as BC Place Arena, the Convention Centre, and the entire Skytrain System. We are proud of our sustainability focus, reducing our carbon footprint by operating as a completely paper-free environment and allowing employees the opportunity to be part of building something recognizable to everyone in your community.

Essential Functions

• Prepare complete labor and material cost estimates
• Coordinate with project management Prepare bills of material and other information for use by purchasing
• Determine constructability requirements via field walk-downs with customer, subcontractor, and construction personnel
• Compare various project documents for accuracy and consistency as well as data entry
• Perform field take-offs/evaluations for estimate preparation Participate in estimate review process with internal and external stake holders
• Assist construction personnel throughout the project life cycle in tracking and understanding of cost estimates Preparation and submission of change orders
• Follow-up at the end of projects to close any loops in the estimating process to include invoicing and cost tracking Regular and predictable attendance Other duties as assigned
• Essential functions of this position are to be performed in a Company-designated office or field location
• Understand and comply with the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and other industry-specific professional and ethical standards, if applicable

About You

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 - 5 years of Estimating experience
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field; combination of relevant education and experience considered in lieu of degree

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledgeable of current local and Canadian electrical Code (CEC)
• Able to read and understand civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, etc. plans and specifications to include blueprints, proposals and other relevant documents
• Knowledgeable of electrical materials and methods of installation
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and estimating software
• Excellent analytical, organizational, verbal, written, and communication skills
• Team player mentality
• Self-driven with the ability to stay on-task for extended periods of time while working independently

What We Offer

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary
  • Commensurate with experience, paid weekly. Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. MYR Group reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
• Medical, Basic Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Long-term Disability, Dependent Coverage
• Extended Health, Prescription Drugs, and Paramedical Services
• Dental Health, Basic/Preventative and Major Coverage
• ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program - Twelve hundred dollars annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases.
• Annual Vacation starting at 10 days plus 5 paid Sick Days
• Superior educational assistance program (support for educational costs, internal training, and more!).
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).

This position will remain posted for a minimum of three days. The posting will remain active and automatically extend until the vacancy is filled.

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact our Employment Hotline at 1-855-635-1321.

MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects our family of brands. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, or other protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

MYR Group does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.