Construction Estimator (electrical or mechanical)

Location: Can be based in offices in the following locations: Mississauga, ON, Hamilton, ON, Evansville, IN, Buffalo, NY, Paducah, KY, Janesville, WI, Cleveland, OH.

Job Type: Full-Time, 100% on site

Reports To: Estimating Director or Division Manager

Salary Range: $100,000 - $130,000/year + Bonus of about 7% + RRSP matching

Interview process: 2 online assessments + 3 interviews.

Benefits fully paid by the employer (US/Canada)

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Estimator to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for analyzing tenders, drawings, and specifications to develop accurate cost estimates for projects ranging from $350K to $15M. Working closely with division leadership, project managers, safety, procurement, and other key stakeholders, you will play a vital role in ensuring that bids are thorough, competitive, and aligned with company objectives.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced estimator who thrives in a collaborative environment and is looking to contribute to meaningful construction projects in a multi-trade setting.

Requirements:

• 4-10+ years of experience in multi-trade construction estimating projects from $1M to $30M.
• Proficiency with Accubid, Excel, Bluebeam, Contruent Estimating Software or equivalent
• Must have 3+ years of experience with industrial, automotive, power, transformer, substations sector (residential or commercial estimating experience will not count) in CANADA or USA.
• College diploma, bachelor's degree, or equivalent trade certification/experience.
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, negotiation, and time management abilities.
• High attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy.

Preferred:

• Prior experience in unionized, multi-trade construction environments.