Senior Electrical Estimator

Ainsworth; Toronto; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ainsworth, a leading GDI company in Canada, seeks a Senior Electrical Estimator responsible for developing accurate estimates for tenders in the industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors. You will leverage your 8-10 years of estimating experience to conduct thorough reviews, prepare bids, and guide project teams, all while benefiting from Ainsworth's comprehensive health benefits and professional development opportunities. Join a diverse and innovative team committed to exceptional service and personal growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, and medical benefits

In-house training and development

Employee performance-based bonus program

Hybrid working models

Employee Discounts and Incentives

Qualifications

• Minimum 8-10 years estimating experience in the Electrical ICI.
• Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbal is essential.
• Proven ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet strict deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Conducting a thorough review of specifications and drawings.
• Developing material and labour take-offs for estimates.
• Coordinating price packages with suppliers and subcontractors.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Multi-tasking

Education

High school graduate

Trade Certificate

Tools

Accubid

Excel

Outlook

Word

Livecount

Job description

If you thrive in a team-oriented workplace that challenges your skills, drives your career development, embraces diversity, and rewards innovation, with competitive pay and great employee programs, join the Ainsworth (a GDI company) team today!

Job Summary :

The Senior Electrical Estimator will be responsible for responding to tenders, bid requests or Requests for Quotation (RFQs) in the industrial, commercial and institutional market by developing accurate, complete and competitive estimates. These tenders and bids will be for retrofits to existing complexes.

Responsibilities :

• Conducting a thorough review of specifications and drawings.
• Developing thorough material take-offs and labour take-offs.
• Coordinating price packages with suppliers, subcontractors, owners, designers and architects regarding tenders / bid requests.
• Reviewing the estimate with the Project Manager(s), Service Managers and / or Foreman to ensure all are in agreement with labour, material, equipment and subcontracting costs.
• Preparing tenders by quantifying, organizing and tabulating all material, equipment, labour, and subcontract costs needed to complete the project.
• Participating in site review, tender review, tender hand-off, project closing and operational / sector meetings with the Regional Manager, Project Manager, Service Manager and Purchasing when and where required.
• Providing guidance on opportunities that come in, on viability, possibility of winning, possibility of extras, possible risks, etc. to help guide the team on the best prospects to chase.
• Preparing risk review for the PM and / or SM to assist in the collaborative review of the prepared estimate.
• Providing assistance to the sales force in developing proposals may be required.
• Reviewing tender closing documents and obtaining signed / sealed, bonding / insurance certificates, etc.
• Utilizing estimating software in the estimating function. Working to enhance it, streamline, improve, etc. with the software provider in its functioning for Ainsworth.

Qualifications :

• Minimum 8-10 years estimating experience in the Electrical ICI.
• High school graduate.
• Proficiency with Accubid (estimation software), Livecount, Excel, Word, Outlook.
• Trade Certificate would be a great asset.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbal is essential.
• Proven ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet strict deadlines.

Why work at Ainsworth (a GDI company)?

Ainsworth (a GDI company) is growing at an unprecedented rate and to help attract and retain top talent, we provide benefits on your first day with us. We offer a wide variety of benefits including the following :

Benefits : Comprehensive health, dental and medical benefits, including wellness supports, RSP matching and generous vacation.

Growth : In-house training and development, access to LinkedIn Learning and other professional development opportunities, Employee performance-based bonus program, where applicable.

Rewards : Service milestones and peer recognition plus Employee Discounts and Incentives.

Flexibility : Hybrid working models, where applicable.

Diversity : An inclusive organization that embraces diversity and belonging; work in a great team atmosphere with future potential for promotion within the company.

While we appreciate all applications we receive, we advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

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

Ainsworth (a GDI Company) 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 as well as provide the highest quality service. We are rapidly growing and need talented professionals to help drive our vision at becoming the best multi-trade company in the country! Join us…. Make a difference .

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