Project Manager/Estimator - Mechanical Fabrication Shop

Black & McDonald Limited; Golden Horseshoe; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Manager/Estimator to join their expanding Mechanical Fabrication team. This role involves planning, organizing, and evaluating fabrication projects from inception to completion, ensuring they meet budgets and specifications. With a commitment to operational excellence and a focus on safety, the company fosters a collaborative environment where innovative professionals can thrive. If you have a background in mechanical engineering or relevant trades experience, along with strong skills in project management and customer relations, this opportunity offers long-term stability and growth in a supportive family-run organization.

Benefits

Team events and outings

Competitive compensation

Ongoing training and development

Long-term stability and growth opportunities

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Qualifications

• 5+ years in structural or pipe fabrication industry.
• Graduates of Mechanical Engineering or Construction Technology programs.

Responsibilities

• Plan and evaluate pipe and structural fabrication projects.
• Build customer and supplier relationships for project success.

Skills

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Project

Accubid

Revit

AutoCAD

Spoolfab

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Construction Technology

Tools

Excel

Accubid

Revit

AutoCAD

Spoolfab

Job description

BUILD YOUR CAREER AT BLACK & MCDONALD

Black & McDonald is an integrated, multi‑trade service provider that safely delivers high-quality construction, facilities management, and technical solutions. We are a family-owned and family-run company employing thousands of highly skilled professionals across North America. With 100 years of diverse market experience, we are a forward‑thinking organization committed to operational excellence and customer-focused solutions.

WHY JOIN THE TEAM

We offer:

• A family business with strong family values
• Team events and outings year-round
• Competitive compensation
• Interesting and challenging work – industry leaders
• Ongoing training and development investments
• Long-term stability and growth opportunities
• Leading safety standards in Utilities Construction
• A commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

WHAT YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE TO THE TEAM

Our Mechanical Fabrication team is expanding! If you are a committed and collaborative professional eager to contribute to a hardworking, innovative team, this role is for you.

The Project Manager / Estimator, based in North York, ON, reports directly to the Department Manager. Your main focus will be to plan, organize, direct, control, and evaluate pipe and structural fabrication projects from start to finish, ensuring they meet schedule, specifications, and budget. Key responsibilities include:

• Planning project execution in collaboration with the Department Manager in accordance with corporate policies
• Building and maintaining customer and supplier relationships to enhance competitiveness and foster good customer relations
• Preparing and submitting project budgets and estimates for pipe and structural fabrication (Excel, Accubid, Autobid)
• Preparing fabrication drawings and models using Spoolfab, Revit, AutoCAD
• Creating fabrication packages for shop floor processing
• Performing miscellaneous tasks such as timesheet submissions and ordering materials
• Collaborating with VDC and project engineers to provide fabrication-ready drawings
• Managing project files and customer changes diligently
• Planning and monitoring construction schedules and milestones
• Negotiating contracts and revisions with architects, consultants, clients, suppliers, and subcontractors
• Implementing quality control programs
• Preparing progress reports and schedules for clients

WHAT YOU CAN OFFER

• Graduates of Mechanical Engineering or Construction Technology programs with relevant experience OR qualified tradespersons in the mechanical field with estimating/drafting experience
• Minimum of 5 years in the structural or pipe fabrication industry
• Experience in fab shops is an asset
• Welding process experience is an asset

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Project
• Experience with Accubid, Revit, AutoCAD, Spoolfab

Please note that a Criminal Background Check and Professional References will be required as part of our hiring process. All applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Accessibility accommodations are available upon request during the recruitment process.