Mechanical Estimator

4 days ago

Victoria, Canada VIS Mechanical Ltd Full time

**Job Title**:
**Mechanical Estimator**

**Location**:
Based in **Victoria, BC**

**Job Summary**:
VIS Mechanical is seeking an experienced Mechanical Estimator to join our growing team. This role requires cost analysis, estimation skills for mechanical systems, and client-oriented communication, critical to supporting project success across commercial, industrial, and institutional sectors.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Prepare thorough cost estimates for mechanical construction projects, including labour, materials, equipment, and sub‑contractor services.
- Execute accurate quantity takeoffs from blueprints and specifications.
- Develop and manage tender packages and participate in bid evaluation and supplier negotiations.
- Monitor and report on cost forecasts, expenditures, and project budgets throughout project lifecycle.
- Collaborate with engineers, project managers, clients, and subcontractors to facilitate value engineering and constructability reviews.
- Support project scheduling, change‑order assessment, and maintain supplier/subcontractor databases.
- Assist in contract negotiation and facilitate pre‑qualification submissions.

**Required Qualifications & Experience**
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent; or diploma with strong estimating background.
- Minimum of **3-5 years** of mechanical estimating experience (senior/complex projects preferred).
- Proficient in blueprint reading for mechanical systems and HVAC.
- Experience with estimating software (e.g., CostX, PlanSwift, Excel) and CAD systems (e.g., Autodesk).
- Strong analytical, numerical, and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a client‑focused mindset.

**Preferred Additional Skills**
- Exposure to mechanical & electrical scope or MEP estimating.
- Experience with tendering and bid management tools.
- Knowledge of local British Columbia building codes and standards.
- Familiarity with ISO 9001 or quality management systems.
- Proven capacity for value engineering and constructability assessment.

**Compensation & Benefits**
- Salary range**:CAD 80,000-120,000 / year**, commensurate with experience and performance.
- Competitive benefits package including: medical/dental/vision coverage
- Additional perks: performance‑based bonuses.

**Working Conditions**
- Regular business hours (Mon-Fri) with some flexibility; occasional project-site visits as required.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $80,000.00-$120,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care

**Experience**:

- Construction estimating: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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