Job Summary:GDI Ainsworth is looking for an Electrical Estimator and Project Manager to join the growing BC team. The Electrical Estimator and Project Manager 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, while also managing awarded work from hand-off through to completion. Once work is secured, this position will lead project planning, procurement coordination, scheduling, cost control, change management, client communication, and close-out activities to help ensure projects are delivered safely,professionallyand profitably.
Responsibilities:- Conduct a thorough review of specifications, drawings,addendaand tender documents.
- Developaccuratematerial take-offs,labourtake-offs, equipmentrequirementsand subcontractor scopes.
- Coordinate pricing packages with suppliers, subcontractors, owners, consultants,designersand architects for tenders, bid requests and RFQs.
- Review estimates with the Regional Manager, Service Manager,Foremanand/or other stakeholders to confirmlabour, material, equipment, subcontracting costs, scopeassumptionsand exclusions.
- Preparing tenders by quantifying, organizing and tabulating all material, equipment, labour, and subcontract costs needed to complete the project.
- Manage awarded electrical projects through planning, procurement, execution, monitoring, change management, close-outand turnover.
- Coordinate with field teams,foremen, suppliers, subcontractors, consultants,clientsand internal departments tomaintainproject schedule, budget,qualityand safety expectations.
- Prepare and manage project documentation including purchase requests, submittals, RFIs, change notices, change orders, meeting notes, progress claims, close-outdocumentsand deficiency tracking.
- Monitor project financial performance, including committed costs,labourproductivity, change orders, billing status, forecast at completion and gross margin expectations.
- Participate in site reviews, tender reviews, project meetings, operational meetings, project closingmeetingsand sector meetings asrequired.
- Review tender closing documents and obtain signed/sealed, bonding/insurance certificates, etc..
- Track all bids, proposals in excel sheet and submit to Project Admin for entry into the CRM Tool.
- Utilize estimating software in the estimating function. Work to enhance it, streamline, improve, etc. with the software provider in its functioning for Ainsworth.
- Work in a team environment to help each other and collectively be successful
- Adhere to all company policies and procedures.
- Perform all job functions in a safe and healthful manner, abiding by and in accordance with all applicable Health, Safety and Environmental company policies and government legislation/regulations.
- Adhere to the Company's Quality System operating procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned by Management.
Qualifications:- Minimum 5 years of electrical estimating, electrical project coordination and/or electrical project management experience in the ICI market.
- High schoolgraduate;post-secondary education in electrical technology, construction management or a related field is considered an asset.
- Electrical trade certificate, Red Seal endorsement, FSR designation or equivalent field experience would be considered a strong asset.
- ProficiencywithAccubid,Excel, Word,Outlookand other estimating/project management tools.
- Strong understanding of electrical drawings, specifications, tendering procedures, procurement processes, changemanagementand construction sequencing.
- Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, schedules,labourplanning, subcontractors,suppliersand client communications.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, problem-solvingand decision-making skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal, with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, fieldteamsand internal stakeholders.
- Proven ability to multi-task, prioritize competingdemandsand meet strict deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify scope gaps, exclusions, risks and opportunities.
The salary range is $95,000 - $130,000 per year. Actual salaries will vary based on factors such as education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as alignment with market data. The base salary is just one component of Ainsworth's total compensation package, which also includes additional rewards and benefits such as short-term incentives and health insurance, among others.
This posting is for an active and current vacancy; interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
