Mechanical Estimator

Since 1989, Lar-Mex Inc. has successfully managed and completed countless mechanical contracting projects. Our services cover all spheres of a Smart Building Energy Management System which includes plumbing, sheet metal, and more

Our core values to inspire, innovate and lead, are what guide our business, foster our growth, and are at the core of our relationships with clients and employees. This is what makes us one of the fastest growing mechanical contractors in the region, come grow with us

**Job Purpose**:
The Estimator will contribute to the success of the team by identifying and estimating all direct and indirect costs of a project during the tendering process. Mechanical Estimator will be working on a full range of mechanical piping projects; industrial, commercial, government, and institutional.

**Duties**:

- Search for tenders through online portals and set up project folders.
- Read and understand Front End Documents, Specifications and Addenda.
- Attend site/tender walk through to cross reference drawings to identify a proactive solution.
- Prepare scope of work in line with those in tender documents and update drawings as required.
- Distribute drawings as required during the tender process.
- Prepare accurate quantity piping takeoff and estimates. Process change orders as required and assist in preparing budgets.
- Itemize and detail all direct and indirect costs related to the project scope.
- Ensure that all tender documentation, including bid bond, performance and execution bonds, insurance, etc., has been properly arranged and ready for submission.
- Send out invitations to subs and suppliers.
- Coordinate the review of drawings with sub-trades during the tendering process.
- Call sub-contractors and others in time for the tender to clarify their quotes.
- Obtain accurate information from vendors relating to shipment dates and expected dates of delivery.
- Regularly update list of sub-contractors as new companies are formed and some drop out.
- Determine customer requirements and expectations in order to recommend specific products and solutions.
- Present price, credit, and terms in accordance with standard procedures and customers’ profitability profiles.
- Prepare Bid Forms and proposals and assist clients with cost-saving recommendations.
- Remain current on consumer preferences, changes in local codes and product developments by attending sales meetings, vendor training and trade shows, or reading trade journals.
- Stay up-to-date with new products/services and new pricing.
- Ensure that documentation is kept current in work area, including catalogs, manuals, technical references etc.
- Other duties as required.

**Responsibilities**:

- Responsible for procuring the most advantageous bids for each job, within the scope of work.
- Accountable for thorough review of project documents.
- Responsible for preparing accurate takeoffs and estimates and handling time-sensitive tasks.
- Preparation of cost estimates for each project, in coordination with management. Responsible to obtain as many appropriate bids as necessary for each job.
- Responsible for communication with sub-contractors to arrange bids.

**Authority**:

- Has authority to deal with suppliers and sub-trades to obtain the best bid within the scope of the project.
- Has authority to work with internal staff to generate labour and materials requirements necessary to prepare a bid.
- Has authority to discuss project opportunities with others in the local construction industry.

**Qualification**:

- 3-5 years of related piping estimation experience.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
- Proven analytical skills with a focus on providing solutions.
- Bilingualism is an asset: French and English.
- Familiar with government policies and regulations related to the industry an asset.

**Education**:

- Post-secondary education in mechanical, construction management, architectural technology, or a related field.

**What’s in it for you**:

- Industry leading compensation
- Extended health, vision, and dental benefits
- Wellness plan
- Pension plan match
- Employee assistance program
- Free onsite parking