Junior Mechanical Piping Take-Off Estimator

Gorbern Mechanical Contractors Ltd.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Gorbern Mechanical Contractors Ltd. in Toronto is seeking a Junior Mechanical Piping Take-Off Estimator to support the pre-construction team by measuring and quantifying HVAC piping, process piping, plumbing, and hydronic systems for ICI projects.

Under the guidance of senior estimators, you will learn to read blueprints, generate foundational take-offs, request BOMs, draft RFIs, and coordinate with suppliers to gather quotes for tendered works.

Qualifications

• Foundational blueprint literacy and ability to interpret plans, isometrics, and schematics.
• Experience with digital takeoff tools and MS Office.
• Comfort with geometric, volumetric, and dimensional calculations.
• Knowledge of HVAC piping, process piping, plumbing, and hydronic systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Learn and apply digital estimation tools to measure pipe lengths, configurations, fittings, valves, and hanger structures.
• Assist in compiling, filtering, and organizing tender documents and drawings.
• Request and save BOMs for review and input.
• Draft RFIs for discrepancies in blueprints for supervisor review.
• Coordinate with material suppliers and sub-trades to collect quotes for tendered projects.

Skills

Blueprint literacy

Bluebeam Revu

Accubid Trimble MEP

Microsoft Office

Geometric calculations

Education

Post-secondary Diploma/University degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology or Construction Management

Job description

Commercial, and Institutional (ICI) Construction

Status: Full-Time in Office, Permanent

Job Summary:

The Junior Mechanical Piping Take-Off Estimator is an entry-level development role responsible for supporting the pre-construction team through the technical measurement and quantification of material assets. Working under the direct guidance of senior estimating staff, this individual will learn to analyze multi-discipline engineering blueprints, architectural plans, and mechanical specifications to generate foundational quantity take-offs for Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional (ICI) mechanical projects. This position focuses heavily on developing mastery over complex HVAC piping, process piping, plumbing, and hydronic systems, directly accelerating the group's ability to produce competitive project bids.

• Supported Take-Off Execution: Learn and apply specialized digital estimation tools to accurately measure and count pipe lengths, configurations, fittings, valves, and mechanical hanger structures.
• Document Review: Assist in compiling, filtering, and organizing multi-discipline tender documents, including Drawings, mechanical layouts, and construction specifications.
• Bill of Materials (BOM): Requesting and saving documents for review and input.
• Drafting RFIs: Identify basic discrepancies in blueprints and draft formal technical Requests for Information (RFIs) for supervisor evaluation.
• Subcontractor Outreach: Coordinate directly with material suppliers and specialty sub-trades under senior oversight to collect quotes for projects being tendered

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Post-secondary Diploma or University Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a matching mechanical trade qualification.
• Experience: 0-2 years of experience within pre-construction estimating, or an equivalent technical background gained through field-based mechanical apprenticeship programs.
• Blueprint Literacy: Foundational knowledge in reading, navigating, and interpreting technical plans, section details, isometric diagrams, and schematics.
• Software & Systems: Academic exposure or practical familiarity with digital takeoff applications (e.g., Bluebeam Revu, Accubid Trimble MEP) combined with intermediate proficiency in Microsoft office.
• Mathematical Aptitude: High comfort level executing geometric, volumetric, and dimensional calculations swiftly with precise focus to detail.

Core Competencies

• Eagerness to Learn: Active commitment to mastering ICI estimating principles, specialized software suites, and complex mechanical system designs.
• Time Management: Adaptable capability to manage processing tasks on tight turnaround deadlines across multiple competing tender schedules.
• Collaborative Focus: Strong professional communication skill set required to process feedback from senior mentors, engineers, and vendor partners