Chief Estimator
4 weeks ago
Black & McDonald’s Southern Ontario team is growing Are you an independent, enthusiastic, and driven professional searching for an opportunity to build a solid foundation for your career? If so, and if you have what it takes, this may be just the right path for you The Chief Estimator is located in Scarborough, Ontario and typically works directly with the General Manager.
The Chief Mechanical Estimator role includes working on a full range of mechanical projects in the industrial, commercial, government, and institutional markets. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Lead a team of Estimators specializing in Mechanical ICI Construction preparing estimates of probable costs of materials, labour, subcontractors and equipment for construction projects based on contract bids, quotations, schematic drawings and specifications.
- Advise on tendering procedures, examine and analyze tenders, recommend tender awards and conduct negotiations.
- Establish and maintain tendering process and set up cost monitoring and reporting systems and procedures.
- Coordinate price packages with suppliers, subcontractors, owners, designers and architects regarding tenders.
- Oversee site review, tender review, tender hand-off, project closing and operational/sector meetings with the Division Manager, General Manager, Project Manager, and Purchasing as required.
- Oversee the maintenance of the directory of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors.
- Liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors, and prepare economic feasibility studies on changes and adjustments to cost estimates.
- Maintain an industry presence to ensure continuity of work now and in the future.
- Keep abreast of new technology within the mechanical contracting industry to ensure that all estimates include the most up-to-date construction methods & procedures.
- Conduct material and equipment purchasing for secured jobs.
- Travel to various sites or clients to undertake the above.
Motivated to always improve
Communicates Effectively
Willingness to Learn
Customer Focus
Personal responsibility and accountability
Positive mental attitude
Teamwork and Collaboration
Values and Respects Others
Commitment to excellence
Graduate of Mechanical Engineering program or Construction Technology program with related work experience OR Qualified tradesperson in mechanical field with several years' experience, and previous estimating experience
WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS15-20 years of experience working as a Mechanical Estimator on ICI projects of a $10M value or higher
SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTSAdvanced knowledge and understanding of:
Motivated and able to work with deadlines
Contract management
Construction scheduling, planning, and execution
Ability to interpret mechanical drawings
Trade fluency (plumbing, hydronic, HVAC)
Organization and time management
Self-driven leadership abilities
P.Eng. or CET would be considered an asset
Project management experience is an asset
Advanced user of:
MS applications (Word, Excel, and Projects)
Autobid Mechanical (QuickPen)
Accubid Change Order Pro
Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.
Long-term stability
A family business with family values
Empowered people with ambitious goals
Team events and outings year-round
Ongoing investment in training and development
Collaborative and supportive work culture
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