Estimator - Transportation (Electrical, Utilities, Civil)

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

Job summary

A leading utility construction company is seeking a Civil / Electrical Utilities Estimator in Toronto, Ontario. This role involves preparing estimates for transportation projects and collaborating with suppliers. Candidates should have a degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering and 5+ years of utilities estimating experience. Strong communication and detail-oriented skills are essential. The company offers a rewarding environment with opportunities for innovative contributions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in utilities estimating.
• Electrical trade background is an asset.
• Experience on transit and/or transportation construction projects is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare electrical and civil take-offs/estimates for projects.
• Accurately estimate costs using detailed drawings.
• Lead the tendering process and implement cost-monitoring procedures.
• Collaborate with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Engage in site reviews and project closings.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Detail-oriented

Customer-first mindset

Education

Degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering or Civil Engineering or Construction Fundamentals

Tools

MS Office

Bid2Win estimating software

Job description

Overview

Discover Your Next Opportunity with Black & McDonald!

We're hiring a Civil / Electrical Utilities Estimator to join our Southern Ontario Utilities team in Scarborough, Ontario. If you're passionate about estimating and engineering, we are working exciting projects in transit and with MTO. This is your chance to thrive in a challenging yet rewarding environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare electrical and civil take-offs / estimates for transportation and transit projects, including Streetlighting, Traffic Intersections, Intelligent Traffic Systems, and Duct Banks.
• Accurately estimate the costs of materials, labour, and equipment using detailed drawings and specifications.
• Lead the tendering process and implement cost-monitoring and reporting procedures.
• Collaborate with suppliers, subcontractors, and owners to finalize competitive price packages.
• Actively engage in site reviews, tender reviews, hand-offs, and project closings.
• Build and maintain a comprehensive directory of suppliers, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Propose innovative solutions for project estimates in collaboration with engineers and stakeholders.
• Develop tender construction schedules and scope-of-work methodologies.
• Maintain the Bid2Win database for seamless project estimation.

Core Competencies

• Strong communication skills and a customer-first mindset.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to teamwork.

Education & Experience

• A degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering or Civil Engineering or Construction Fundamentals
• Electrical trade background is an asset.
• 5+ years of experience in utilities estimating
• Experience on transit and / or transportation construction projects an asset
• Proficiency in tools like MS Office and Bid2Win estimating software.

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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