Junior Mechanical Estimator

Aplin; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full dental benefits

3 weeks vacation

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Aplin is hiring a Junior Mechanical Estimator / Estimating Coordinator in New Westminster, BC to support the Chief Estimator in a high-volume bid environment. This behind-the-scenes role focuses on mechanical takeoffs, spreadsheet accuracy, and document control, not client-facing or design-heavy.

The successful candidate will read Canadian drawings, enter vendor quotes, manage tender documents, and coordinate with estimating/operations to ensure nothing is missed before closing.

Qualifications

• 1-2+ years in a coordination, tender admin, or junior estimating support role within construction (mechanical is a strong asset).
• Education: High school + relevant experience; a 2-year technical diploma is an asset.
• Advanced Excel and comfort with PDF markup tools required.

Responsibilities

• Complete high-accuracy quantity takeoffs (HVAC / plumbing / mechanical scope) from BC drawings and specs.
• Enter and maintain vendor/supplier quote details into internal estimating spreadsheets with strict data integrity.
• Manage tender document control: tracking, file organization, RFI logs, and version control.
• Assist with assembling and finalizing bid packages to meet tender admin requirements.
• Coordinate internally with estimating/ops to ensure nothing is missed ahead of closing.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Process-driven

Tender coordination

Education

High school diploma

2-year technical diploma

Tools

PDF markup tools

Job description

Our client is an established mechanical contractor based in New Westminster, BC working on a steady volume of local tendering work.

They run a process-driven estimating function with a strong emphasis on accuracy, documentation, and repeatable workflows.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

• We’re hiring a Junior Mechanical Estimator / Estimating Coordinator to support the Chief Estimator in a high-volume bid environment.
  • This is a behind-the-scenes role focused on mechanical takeoffs, spreadsheet accuracy, and document control. Not client-facing ordesign-heavy.
• If you’re someone who enjoys working independently, and producing clean/accurate deliverables under tight deadlines, this is a strong fit.

ABOUT THE POSITION

• Complete high-accuracy quantity takeoffs (HVAC / plumbing / mechanical scope) from BC drawings and specifications.
• Enter and maintain vendor/supplier quote details into internal estimating spreadsheets with strict data integrity.
• Manage tender document control: tracking, file organization, RFI logs, and version control.
• Assist with assembling and finalizing bid packages to meet tender admin requirements.
• Coordinate internally with estimating/ops to ensure nothing is missed ahead of closing.

THE REQUIREMENTS

• Experience:1-2+ years in a coordination, tender admin, or junior estimating support role within construction (mechanical is a strong asset).
• Education: High school + relevant experience; a 2-year technical diploma is an asset.
• Technical: Advanced Excel (formatting, formulas, organizing large data sets) + comfort with PDF markup tools.
• Drawings: Able to read and interpret Canadian architectural/mechanical drawings; BC Plumbing Code familiarity is a plus.
• Work style: Extremely detail-oriented, process-first, comfortable working independently after initial onboarding.
• Personality fit: Methodical, "accuracy-obsessed," enjoys structured work and driven workflow. Coachable and open to learning and improving.

COMPENSATION

• $60,000 – $80,000 depending on experience
• Full dental and benefits package 100% covered by employer
• 3 weeks paid vacation
• Growth opportunities in a rapidly growing company

At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers.Accommodation is available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process.