Senior Electrical Estimator

Ainsworth Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ainsworth, a leading company in integrated multi-trade services, seeks a Senior Electrical Estimator to manage and respond to tenders in the industrial and commercial sectors. This key role involves developing accurate estimates, coordinating with suppliers, and preparing comprehensive bids. With competitive pay and a commitment to growth and diversity, Ainsworth provides a dynamic team environment where your expertise can thrive.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental and medical benefits

In-house training and development opportunities

Employee performance-based bonus program

Service milestones and peer recognition

Hybrid working models

Employee Discounts and Incentives

Qualifications

• Minimum 8-10 years estimating experience in Electrical ICI.
• Proficiency with Accubid, Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Review specifications and drawings thoroughly.
• Develop material and labour take-offs.
• Prepare tenders quantifying all costs for projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Multi-tasking

Education

High school graduate

Trade Certificate

Tools

Accubid

Excel

Word

Outlook

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 request or Requests for Quotation (RFQs) in the industrial, commercial and institutional market by developing accurate, complete and competitive estimates. These tenders, 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.
• Review of the estimate with the Project Manager(s), Service Managers and/or Foreman to ensure all 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.
• Provide 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.
• Prepare 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.
• Review tender closing documents and obtain signed/sealed, bonding/insurance certificates, etc..
• Utilize estimating software in the estimating function. Work 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 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.

#LI-On-site