The Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for residential, commercial, and industrial electrical construction projects. This role analyses project plans, specifications, and bid documents to determine material, labour, and equipment costs, ensuring profitable and successful project execution.
Key Responsibilities
Review drawings, specifications, and bid documents to prepare detailed quantity take offs
Develop comprehensive cost estimates including labour, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and overhead
Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor pricing Identify value engineering opportunities to remain competitive
Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits as required Prepare and submit complete bid packages by required deadlines
Maintain cost databases and historical pricing records
Collaborate with project managers and field teams during project turnover
Analyse completed projects to compare estimated vs. actual costs
Assist in change order pricing and scope revisions
Qualifications
3+ years of electrical estimating experience (residential and commercial preferred - with some knowledge of industrial)

Strong understanding of electrical systems, NEC codes, and construction practices Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications

Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., Accubid, McCormick, Bluebeam, PlanSwift, or similar) Strong mathematical and analytical skills

Excellent attention to detail and time management

Ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Effective communication and negotiation skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with design-build and negotiated projects

Knowledge of local market pricing and vendors Work Environment

Office-based with occasional site visits

May require extended hours during peak bid periods

Core Competencies (Mandatory):

Ability to create detailed drawings of assemblies for customer approval and shop construction Proficiency in reading and interpreting P&IDs

Expertise in modelling process piping and structural steel assemblies using Autodesk

Ability to implement customer piping and other specifications during the design process

Strong knowledge of process equipment such as pressure vessels, pumps, pipes, valves, fittings, and structural steel shapes