Senior Project Manager / Estimator – Victoria

Impact Recruitment; Victoria; Hybrid; CAD 105,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Project Manager / Estimator for their Vancouver Island electrical construction group. This role entails leading project delivery, preparing cost estimates, and collaborating with teams. Ideal candidates have 7–10+ years in project management, experience in commercial or institutional projects, and familiarity with Accubid. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Car Allowance

6% RRSP contribution

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Healthcare Spending Account

Health & Wellness Reimbursement

4 paid company days

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of experience in electrical project management/estimating.
• Experience with institutional, commercial, or mixed-use residential projects.
• Strong experience with Accubid for estimating.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of project delivery including estimating and scheduling.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates and tender submissions.
• Review and negotiate project contracts highlighting risks.

Skills

Electrical project management

Estimating with Accubid

Mentoring junior staff

Cost control

Construction contracts understanding

Education

PMP, Gold Seal, or equivalent PM designation

Red Seal Electrician or Electrical Engineer

Tools

Accubid (Pro + Change Order)

Job description

Overview

Our client is actively seeking a Senior Project Manager / Estimator to join their Vancouver Island electrical construction group, focused on Commercial, Institutional, and Mixed-Use Residential projects throughout the region. They work on projects ranging from $1M to $60M+, and scopes include full electrical and low-voltage systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of project delivery including estimating, scheduling, procurement, execution, and wrap-up
• Prepare detailed cost estimates and tender submissions using Accubid and other estimating tools
• Review and negotiate project contracts, highlighting risk and complex clauses
• Maintain proactive relationships with suppliers, GCs, consultants, and end users
• Collaborate with internal teams (field staff, PMs, Estimators, etc.) to ensure operational alignment
• Manage financials including billing, purchasing, forecasting, and budget control
• Conduct site visits and post-project reviews to assess successes and learning opportunities
• Represent the company in business development efforts and identify new opportunities in the region

What we are looking for

• 7–10+ years of experience in electrical project management / estimating. This is a hybrid PM estimator role.
• Experience delivering institutional, commercial, or mixed-use residential projects
• Red Seal Electrician or Electrical Engineer (preferred)
• PMP, Gold Seal, or equivalent PM designation is required
• Strong experience with Accubid (Pro + Change Order) for estimating
• Solid understanding of construction contracts, project risk, and cost control
• Experience in mentoring junior staff

Salary & Benefits

• Base Salary: $105,000 – $130,000 DOE
• Car Allowance
• 6% RRSP contribution
• Medical, dental, vision coverage
• Healthcare Spending Account
• Health & Wellness Reimbursement
• 4 paid company days