Pomerleau

MEP Estimator

Pomerleau$87K — $112K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Technical diploma in mechanical or electrical engineering or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years in commercial and institutional project estimation
  • Experience with 'Design-Build' projects
  • Strong technical knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems
  • Proficiency in reading drawings and specifications
  • Familiarity with OST, Excel, AutoCAD-MEP and Revit-MEP software
  • Knowledge of the local construction market

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate quantities of materials and manpower needed
  • Prepare quantity summaries categorized by trades
  • Assist in selecting design, equipment, and suppliers
  • Attend coordination meetings and conduct site visits
  • Research project-specific prices for materials and subcontracting
  • Coordinate estimating efforts for 'Design-Build' projects
  • Suggest cost-saving alternatives to bid documents

Benefits

  • RRSP with up to 5% employer matching
  • Hybrid work model for corporate roles
  • Employee stock ownership program
  • Career growth through real development opportunities
  • Transit pass reimbursement
  • Minimum 4 weeks of vacation from day one
Full Job Description
General Information

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Job Location

  • Toronto, ON


Date Published

27-Nov-2025

Department

Electromechanics

Min Compensation

87 000

Max Compensation

112 000

Compensation Frequency

Annual

Employment Type

Permanent

Working Arrangement

Hybrid

Role Type

Full-Time

Job Description

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As an MEP Estimator working in our Building Operations team at Pomerleau Construction, you will play a key role in reviewing the bid documents and prepare various types of estimates-design, preliminary, control, or detailed-based on the project requirements. Working on large-scale building and infrastructure projects - ranging from $1.5 million to upwards of $1 billion, your goal will be to secure the contract, allowing Pomerleau to carry out the construction work.

What you will do
• Evaluate quantities of materials and manpower for key work.
• Prepare quantity summaries based on drawings and specifications, categorized by sections and trades.
• Assist in selecting design, equipment, and suppliers.
• Attend coordination meetings and site visits and assess project difficulty.
• Research project-specific prices for materials and subcontracting.
• Invite subcontractors, provide necessary documents, and grant access to virtual drawing rooms.
• Verify amounts from suppliers and subcontractors to ensure alignment with bid documents.
• Coordinate estimating efforts for "Design-Build" projects and maintain contact with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Suggest cost-saving alternatives to bid documents and support the estimation department with technical expertise.
• Develop preliminary work schedules and assist in bid closing.

This role could be for you if you have
• Technical diploma in mechanical or electrical engineering or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in commercial and institutional project estimation for a specialized subcontractor or engineering firm.
• Experience in "Design-Build" type projects.
• Excellent technical knowledge in electrical and mechanical building systems.
• Possess excellent skills in reading drawings and specifications, combined with strong analytical abilities.
• Familiarity with OST, Excel, Autocad-MEP and Revit-MEP software.
• Knowledge of the local construction market.

Benefits
• RRSP with up to 5% employer matching
• Hybrid work model for corporate roles
• Employee stock ownership program
• Career growth through real development opportunities
• Transit pass reimbursement - get to work for free
• Minimum 4 weeks of vacation from day one

The expected compensation range posted for this role applies to available work locations in Ontario and/or British Columbia. Offered compensation may vary from the posted range based on a candidate's relevant skills, experience, qualifications, geographic location, and the final job for which they are hired.

Please view this job on Pomerleau's official Career Site if the posted compensation range is unavailable on a third-party job board.

About Pomerleau

Pomerleau is a construction company specializing mainly in the building, infrastructure, civil engineering, and renewable energy sectors.

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