Estimator (Industrial Automation & Utility)

Rtsperfectplant; Toronto; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

RTSperfectplant in Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada, seeks an Electrical Estimator to identify bids, prepare cost estimates for electrical panels and enclosures, and review drawings while collaborating with sales, engineering, and project teams to ensure pricing accuracy.

The role requires 3–5 years of electrical estimating experience in Industrial, Water & Waste Water or Utility projects, plus strong Excel skills and familiarity with Salesforce CRM.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• 3–5 years of electrical estimating experience in Industrial, Water & Waste Water or Utility projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to work with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Identify and search for relevant RFPs/RFQs and bidding opportunities on client portals.
• Create cost estimates for electrical panels, enclosures, and utility solutions, factoring in materials and manhours.
• Obtain pricing information from vendors and suppliers; prepare and submit competitive bids and ensure compliance with bid submission requirements.
• Collaborate with sales, engineering, and project teams to ensure pricing accuracy; track and follow up on submissions.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Bid management

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Excel

Salesforce CRM

Job description

Etobicoke (South Steeles / Silverstone / Humbergate / Jamestown / Mount Olive / Beaumond Heights / Thistletown / Albion Gardens), Canada | Posted on 05/28/2025

• City Etobicoke (South Steeles / Silverstone / Humbergate / Jamestown / Mount Olive / Beaumond Heights / Thistletown / Albion Gardens)
• Zip/Postal Code M9W 5N6
• Country Canada

Job Description

Job Tasks:

• Identify and search for relevant RFPs/RFQs and bidding opportunities on client and bidding portals.
• Ensure RTS is registered on all necessary procurement and vendor registration platforms.
• Review project drawings, technical specifications, and client requirements.
• Create cost estimates for electrical panels, enclosures, and utility solutions, factoring in materials and manhours.
• Obtain pricing information from vendors and suppliers for materials and subcontracted services.
• Prepare and submit competitive bids, including documents such as lead letters, schedules, and other required submissions, ensuring compliance with all bid submission requirements.
• Identify potential project risks and anticipate pricing fluctuations.
• Collaborate with the sales, engineering, and project teams to ensure pricing accuracy.
• Track and follow up on bid or quote submissions.
• Follow up with clients for debriefings if RTS did not secure the project.
• Attend site meetings as necessary to assess project conditions.
• Regularly update the Approved Vendor List (AVL) with accurate and timely data.
• Research and compile a list of alternative vendors outside of the AVL.
• Optimize and streamline the existing estimation/costing sheet in Excel to improve accuracy.
• Maintain and update opportunities and lead generation data in Salesforce.
• Keep the quote letter template updated with the latest logos and relevant information.

Requirements

Education: Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.

Experience: 3–5 years of electrical estimating experience in Industrial, Water & Waste Water or Utility projects.

Software Skills: Microsoft Excel, SalesForce CRM.

Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of electrical drawings, specifications, and CEC standards.

Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to work with cross-functional teams.