Senior Electrical Estimator

Ainsworth Inc; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental, and medical benefits

Wellness supports

RSP matching

Generous vacation

Employee discounts

Incentives

Job summary

Ainsworth Inc in Halifax is seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator. This role involves preparing competitive estimates for commercial projects, reviewing specifications and collaborating with various departments. Candidates should have 5-8 years of estimating experience or a degree in electrical engineering. Proficiency in ACU-BID software is essential. Benefits include comprehensive health plans, hybrid work models, and opportunities for career advancement in a diverse workplace.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–8 years estimating experience in a trade background.
• Experience producing design-build proposals and estimates.
• Proficiency with ACU-BID estimation software is essential.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough review of specifications and drawings.
• Develop thorough material and labor take-offs.
• Coordinate price packages with various stakeholders.
• Prepare tenders and quantify all project costs.
• Liaise with Procurement for pricing aspects.

Skills

Estimating experience

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Degree/diploma in electrical engineering or technology

Trade certificate

Tools

ACU-BID estimation software

Job description

Job Summary

Reporting to the Regional Director, the Senior Electrical Estimator will be responsible for responding to tenders, bid requests, or RFQs in the commercial and institutional market by developing accurate, complete and competitive estimates for tenant improvement projects. The estimator will review estimates with Project Managers, Service Managers, and/or Foremen and occasionally with the Regional Director. The estimator works with PMs and SMs from various departments within Ainsworth.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct a thorough review of specifications and drawings.
• Develop thorough material and labor take-offs.
• Coordinate price packages with suppliers, subcontractors, owners, designers and architects regarding tenders/bid requests.
• Review estimate with Project Managers, Service Managers and/or Foremen to ensure all aspects are in agreement with labor, material, equipment and subcontracting costs.
• Prepare tenders by quantifying, organizing and tabulating all material, equipment, labor, and subcontract costs needed to complete the project.
• Liaise with Procurement to assist in obtaining pricing on aspects of the estimate.
• Participate in site reviews, tender reviews, tender hand-offs, project closing and operational/sector meetings with the Regional Manager, Project Manager, Service Manager and Purchasing when required.
• Provide guidance on opportunities regarding viability, win potential, extras, and risks to help the team target the best prospects.
• Prepare risk review for the Project Manager and/or Service Manager to assist in collaborative estimate review.
• Assist the sales force in developing proposals as required.
• Review tender closing documents and obtain signed/sealed bonding/insurance certificates.
• Track all bids and proposals in an Excel sheet and submit to Project Admin for entry into the CRM tool.
• Utilize estimating software, working to enhance and streamline it with the software provider for Ainsworth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–8 years estimating experience in a trade background or a degree/diploma in electrical engineering or technology.
• Experience producing design-build proposals and estimates.
• Proficiency with ACU-BID estimation software.
• Trade certificate is an asset.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet strict deadlines.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental and medical benefits, including wellness supports, RSP matching and generous vacation.
• Service milestones, peer recognition, employee discounts and incentives.
• Hybrid working models where applicable.
• Inclusive organization that embraces diversity and belonging; opportunity for promotion within the company.

GDI Ainsworth is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Qualified designated group members are encouraged to apply, and reasonable accommodations of qualifications will be considered per our Accommodation Policy, available upon request.

GDI Ainsworth is an integrated multi-trade company, offering end‑to‑end services and solutions for all asset maintenance and refurbishment requirements of our customers. We are continually striving to create better and more advanced products and provide the highest quality service.