Electrical Estimator

ES Fox Limited

$80K — $105K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Post-secondary education in a technical discipline or equivalent construction trade experience
  • 5 years of electrical estimating experience in industrial, commercial, and institutional settings
  • Knowledge of multi-trade disciplines
  • Certification or enrolment in the Gold Seal Estimator Certification program is a plus
  • Proficient in estimating software and Microsoft Office
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to handle multiple estimates simultaneously

Responsibilities

  • Review bid packages to identify resource needs for quotations
  • Coordinate estimates among trades to ensure full tender scope coverage
  • Determine required subcontractors for bids
  • Prepare detailed scopes of work for subcontractors
  • Compile pricing information and assess related costs
  • Participate in post-tender activities and kick-off meetings
  • Maintain current knowledge of construction market conditions and contract law

Benefits

  • Work in a dynamic team environment
  • Participation in a reputable certification program
  • Potential for professional growth and development
  • Commitment to health and safety standards
  • Adherence to environmental requirements in accordance with ISO standards
Full Job Description
Salary Range: $80,000 to $105,000
This posting is for an existing job vacancy.

Our office in Kingston, ON, is looking for a Electrical Estimator to join our team.

Summary of the Role

Reporting to the Electrical Division Manager, the Electrical Estimator is responsible for the pre-construction phase of electrical projects including the ability to price, administer, negotiate, and analyze the various stages of construction.

Key Responsibilities

  • Review bid packages to determine the resources required to complete requests for quotation.
  • Coordinate estimates among involved trades, ensuring the tender scope is fully accounted for in the most cost-effective manner.
  • Review bid documents and determine which subcontractors are required to support the completion of the bid.
  • Prepare detailed bid packages and scopes of work for applicable trades and subcontractors to support the preparation of quotations.
  • Assemble and compile pricing information.
  • Assess the costs of rentals, tools, equipment, and non-productive labour, and determine the average labour rate.
  • Coordinate tender proposal requirements.
  • Review estimate components with the Estimating Manager prior to submitting to the customer.
  • Prepare material takeoffs.
  • Participate in post-tender activities.
  • Attend kick-off meetings as required.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge and awareness of current market conditions affecting construction costs.
  • Maintain knowledge of contract law and obligations, material specifications, scheduling requirements, and regional factors affecting the supply of labour, materials, and modern construction methods.
  • Ensure responsibilities and accountabilities are carried out safely and in accordance with E.S. Fox Limited policies and procedures, OHSAS 18001 standards, and OHSA requirements.
  • Ensure environmental requirements within the assigned area of responsibility are adhered to in accordance with ISO 14001 standards.


Key Requirements, Experience and Skills

  • Completion of post-secondary education in a technical discipline or equivalent construction industry electrical trade experience.
  • 5 years of electrical estimating experience in industrial, commercial, and institutional industries.
  • Knowledge of multi-trade disciplines.
  • Construction estimator certified or enrolled in the Gold Seal Estimator Certification program (C.C.A.) is considered an asset.
  • Adept in the use of computer software (used to complete estimates).
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Proficiency in Word, Excel, Microsoft Project, 3D viewing software.
  • Ability to work on multiple estimates at a time
  • Ability to work in a dynamic environment and meet owner and company expectations


Attributes

  • Excellent interpersonal relations.
  • Team player.
  • Works well under time constraints.


Competencies

Health & Safety Commitment
Integrity
Quality and Continuous Improvement

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