Mechanical Estimator - Special Projects

Ocean Park Mechanical Inc.; Surrey; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Health Spending Account

GRSP matching

Three weeks vacation

Company events

Pension / RRSP type

Job summary

Ocean Park Mechanical in Surrey, BC, is seeking a Mechanical Estimator – Special Projects to prepare bids for institutional and commercial tenant improvements, tilt-ups, hospitals, and schools. The role reports to the Lead Equipment Purchaser/Estimator and focuses on delivering accurate, timely estimates for special projects.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in mechanical estimating or related roles, plus experience with civil infrastructure or large-scale projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of mechanical estimating or estimating/PM role
• Experience with civil infrastructure or large-scale residential/commercial projects
• Post-secondary education in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• Reading and interpreting mechanical drawings and docs; familiar with bid docs

Responsibilities

• Send RFQs to sub-trades and suppliers for division 20, 21, 22, 23 and 25
• Review bid docs and highlight key details
• Send RFIs for clarifications
• Maintain and improve estimating software
• Stay up to date with materials and labor costs
• Turnover sheets to Project Managers with project handover
• Assist with change orders
• Piping take-off required; sheet metal take-off desirable

Skills

Self-motivated

Communication skills

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Education

Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management education

Post-secondary in related field

Diploma in Computer Information Systems

Tools

Bluebeam

Trimble

Autobid

Excel

MS Office

Job description

Mechanical Estimator – Special Projects

Ocean Park Mechanical (OPM) is one of the premier design-build mechanical contractors of Western USA & CND, with operations in Washington, Oregon, California, Idaho, and British Columbia. Specializing in value added engineering and design-build projects, our goal is always to build the most efficient systems for the best value possible.

With projects ranging from low-rise and high-rise residential, hotels, and offices, as well as industrial and commercial projects, we have continually proven our ability and desire to provide the best service possible for our clients. By providing the majority of mechanical processes in-house, we are able to create synergies through increased efficiencies and greater value. Our 'ONE-STOP' approach to projects translates into less worry and cost for our clients.

Let’s build something together.

Purpose of Position

The Mechanical Estimator prepares bids for special projects for institutional and commercial tenders with a focus on tenant improvements, tilt-ups, hospitals, and schools.

Reporting Structure

The Mechanical Estimator reports directly to the Lead Equipment Purchaser/Estimator.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary of $80,000 to $100,000 CND per year D.O.E
• Company paid benefits including Extended Health, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, EFAP
• LTD coverage (paid for by the employee)
• $500 per year to direct towards a Health Spending Account or a Personal Spending Account
• GRSP matching up to 4%
• Three (3) weeks’ vacation
• Excellent company culture
• Corporate events

Primary Responsibilities

• Send out RFQs to the appropriate sub-trades and suppliers for division 20, 21, 22, 23 and 25
• Review and highlight key details from bid documentation
• Send out RFI’s for clarifications
• Maintain, update & improve the estimating software
• Stay up-to-date with materials and labor cost
• Pass projects over to Project Mangers in detailed turnover sheets
• Assist Project Coordinators with change orders
• Piping take off ability is mandatory with sheet metal take off desirable but not mandatory

Experience, Education & Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in mechanical estimating or a combined estimating/project management role
• Proven experience with civil infrastructure or large-scale residential/commercial construction projects.
• Post-secondary education in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field; equivalent hands-on experience may be considered
• Experience working on high-rise, institutional, or complex mechanical system projects
• Proficiency, Bluebeam, or other design/modeling software
• Familiarity with reading and interpreting mechanical drawings and construction documentation
• Red Seal Plumbing, HVAC certification, or Computer InformationSystems considered an asset
• Diploma in Computer Information Systems
• Proficient in Trimble and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Autobid maintenance and building database for take-off based on mechanical specifications
• Experience with quantity takeoffs, change order estimating, and labour/equipment costing

Skills & Proficiencies

• Self-motivated
• Thoughtful and confident decision-making and high ethical standards
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills and a high level of professionalism
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to think and react quickly under pressure
• Service-oriented approach in working with technical and non-technical stakeholders and different personality types
• Strong attention to detail and high level of organization
• Reliable, dependable and professional

OPM is an equal opportunity employer. We place a high value on equity, diversity and inclusion. We encourage individuals who are Indigenous, Black, and People of Color (IBPOC), individuals with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQIA2S+ communities to consider applying for the position.