Electrical Estimator

About Black & McDonald

Black & McDonald Limited is a family-owned, multi-trade service provider delivering superior construction, facilities management, and technical solutions across North America for over 100 years. Known for operational excellence and customer focus, the company employs skilled professionals within a forward-thinking environment.

Role Overview

The Ottawa team is expanding, seeking a dedicated Electrical Estimator to join a driven, innovative group. The successful candidate will prepare cost estimates for electrical construction projects and support project operations by estimating, reporting progress, and managing project changes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain productive relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, engineers, and contractors.
• Estimate costs for materials, labor, and equipment based on bids, drawings, and specifications.
• Analyze blueprints and project documents to understand project scope and requirements.
• Include overhead, insurance, taxes, and contingencies in cost estimates.
• Identify potential financial risks and suggest risk mitigation strategies.
• Work closely with project managers and engineers to ensure estimates align with project objectives.
• Coordinate pricing with suppliers, subcontractors, and stakeholders during tender processes.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings and site visits to collect necessary data for tendering.
• Stay current with industry trends, labor costs, and material prices.
• Recommend enhancements to estimation procedures and tools.
• Review completed projects to improve estimation accuracy for future endeavors.

Competencies

• Strong communication capabilities.
• Commitment to continuous learning.
• Customer-oriented mindset.
• Accountability for self and others.
• Creative problem-solving and innovation.
• Effective teamwork and collaboration.
• Respect and value diversity and others.

Education and Experience

• Degree or diploma in engineering, estimating, project management, or construction engineering technology.
• Equivalent experience in the electrical trade may fulfill educational requirements.
• 1 to 3 years of experience estimating electrical construction projects; additional experience is advantageous.

Skills and Knowledge

• Understanding of construction scheduling, planning, and execution.
• Cost estimating expertise.
• Familiarity with electrical industry practices and techniques.
• Proficient in blueprint reading.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Project, Outlook), Accubid, and Bluebeam is favorable.

Salary and Benefits

The salary range for this position is between $65,000 and $75,000 annually, commensurate with qualifications including education and experience. The compensation package may also include group insurance, pension plans, discretionary bonuses, career development opportunities, and other human resources programs.

Inclusion and Accessibility

The company encourages applicants with disabilities to apply and provides accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process.

Internal Applicants

Current employees interested in this role should inform their supervisors of their intent to apply prior to submitting an application.