ICI Mechanical Estimator

Ambient-Mechanical-Ltd; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ambient Mechanical is seeking a Mechanical Estimator to drive tender opportunities for commercial, industrial and high-rise residential projects across Ontario. Reporting to the Mechanical Department Manager, you will prepare competitive bids, perform quantity take-offs, and coordinate submissions.

You will review drawings and specs, determine labour, material, equipment, and time requirements, attend site visits, and build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers to win

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue tender opportunities.
• Review drawings and specs to estimate labour/materials/equipment.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates and pricing.
• Complete detailed quantity take-offs.
• Manage tender closings and submissions.
• Update estimating data in CRM and cost database.
• Gather quotations for special projects.
• Attend site visits and meetings to support estimating.
• Build relationships with clients, subcontractors, suppliers.
• Perform other duties to support objectives.

Job description

Why Join Ambient Mechanical?

At Ambient Mechanical, you’ll have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of commercial, institutional, and high‑rise retrofit projects while playing an important role in the growth and success of our business.

As a Mechanical Estimator, you’ll work closely with experienced construction professionals, clients, subcontractors, and suppliers, gaining exposure to projects from the initial tender through to construction. Your expertise and attention to detail will directly influence the opportunities we pursue and the projects we win.

If you’re looking for a role where you can use your estimating expertise, continue to grow your technical and commercial knowledge, and see the results of your work come to life, we’d like to hear from you.

Mechanical Estimator

Reporting to the Mechanical Department Manager, the Mechanical Estimator is responsible for identifying and managing tender opportunities and preparing competitive bids and proposals for commercial, industrial, and high‑rise residential projects throughout Ontario. This role oversees estimating and pricing for bid and specification projects, design‑build projects, and project budgets.

Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Identify and pursue new tendering opportunities.
• Review proposals, drawings, specifications, and related documents to determine labour, material, equipment, and time requirements.
• Prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates and pricing.
• Complete detailed quantity take-offs.
• Coordinate and manage tender closings and ensure submissions are accurate and complete.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date estimating and cost information within the CRM and cost database.
• Investigate special projects and obtain and evaluate quotations as required.
• Attend site visits and meetings to support estimating and project requirements.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with clients, co‑workers, subcontractors, suppliers, and other project stakeholders.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support Company objectives.

Working Conditions

• Some travel may be required to attend site visits and conduct on‑site investigations.
• Ability to attend and, where required, lead presentations and meetings.

Accessibility

Ambient Mechanical welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

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