Estimator / Project Coordinator – Pipe and Structural Fabrication Shop

Black & McDonald; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian construction company is seeking an Estimator / Project Coordinator based in North York, ON. This role focuses on managing pipe and structural fabrication projects from start to finish. Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years of industry experience, ideally in structural or pipe fabrication, and will excel in project estimation and customer relationship management. Helpful skills include familiarity with relevant software tools and project management methodologies.

Benefits

Team events and outings

Ongoing investment in training and development

Competitive compensation

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years or more experience in the structural or pipe fabrication industry.
• Graduate of Mechanical Engineering program or related work experience.
• Welding process experience considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Estimate, plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate fabrication projects.
• Build and maintain customer and supplier/vendor relationships.
• Prepare take offs and labour assessments for budgets and estimates.
• Prepare fabrication drawings and create fabrication packages.
• Set up and maintain project management files.

Skills

MS applications (Word, Excel, and Projects)

Accubid

Bluebeam

AutoCad / Spoolfab

Education

Mechanical Engineering program or Construction Technology program

Qualified tradesperson in mechanical field

Job description

WHY JOIN THE TEAM

We offer:

• A family business with family values
• Team events and outings year-round
• Competitive compensation
• Interesting and challenging work – we’re leaders in the industry
• Ongoing investment in training and development
• Long-term stability and opportunity for growth
• Number one in Utilities Safety Construction
• A commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

WHAT YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE TO THE TEAM

Black & McDonald’s Mechanical Fabrication team is growing! If you are a committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.

The Estimator / Project Coordinator is located in North York, ON and typically reports directly to the Department Manager. Their primary focus is to estimate, plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate pipe and structural fabrication projects from start to finish according to schedule, specifications and budget. Emphasis is placed on estimating, reporting and monitoring progress, planning and scheduling and dealing with project changes. Duties and responsibilities include:

• To plan, in conjunction with the Department Manager, to execute projects in accordance with Corporate Policy
• Build and maintain customer and supplier/vendor relationships to enhance competitiveness in the industry and promote good customer relationships.
• Prepare take offs and labour assessments for both pipe and structural fabrication project budgets and estimates (Excel/Accubid/Autobid)
• Prepare fabrication drawings (Spoolfab, Autocad), Nice to have. Training can be provided.
• Create fabrication packages for processing through the shop floor.
• Perform miscellaneous tasks such as timesheet submittal, order materials and consumables etc.
• Working closely with VDC and project engineers to provide ready for fabrication Spool and structural drawings.
• Sets-up and maintain project management files in accordance with departmental standards. Exercises due diligence in managing customer changes.
• Prepare progress reports and issue progress schedules to clients

WHAT YOU CAN OFFER

• Graduate of Mechanical Engineering program or Construction Technology program with related work experience OR
• Qualified tradesperson in mechanical field with several years’ experience, and previous estimating / drafting experience
• Minimum 5 years or more experience in the structural or pipe fabrication industry
• Fab shop experience considered an asset
• Welding process experience considered an asset

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• MS applications (Word, Excel, and Projects).
• Accubid
• Bluebeam
• AutoCad / Spoolfab (training can be provided)

Please be advised that a Criminal Background Check and Professional Reference Check will be required as part of our employment screening and selection process. Additionally, all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with accessibility accommodation requirements. Accessibility accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

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