Mechanical Estimator

1 week ago

Saskatoon, Canada Pro-Western Mechanical Full time

**Job Description**:
**Roles and Responsibilities**
- Participate in full cycle, preparation of tender submissions, pre-construction conceptual estimates and project schedules for review by the Project Manager
- Estimate preparation for costs of materials, labour, sub trades, equipment for construction projects (lump sum). Based on contract bids, quotes, drawings & specifications
- Work closely with Project Managers to create a bid strategy, techniques, etc.
- Provide training, mentorship and guidance to assigned personnel in the preparation, revision, and production of cost estimates. (if required)
- Review bid package blueprints and drawings
- Calculate quantity take-off detailing all the materials and supplies necessary for the contract to achieve specification
- Review take-offs checking for mathematical and technical accuracy
- Attend pre-bid meetings for clarification
- Calculate a final figure for the estimated cost, supplemented by adjustments for overheads and profit
- Revise bid packages and prepare addendums as needed
- Track actual costs against the estimate and identify possible improvements to processes.
- When contracts are won, roll job estimates into accounting system for future monitoring and storing costs to improve the accuracy of future pricing (historical data)
- Update work schedules on a weekly basis and develop/ produce monthly reporting.
- Interact with field personnel to assist in planning labour
- Consult and communicate internal department
- Perform other duties as required

**Required Skills**:

- Strong problem solving skills
- Professional, approachable and customer-service oriented
- Strong work ethic and positive team attitude
- Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy
- Good mathematical and analytical skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Develop creative solutions
- Experience & proficiency with estimating and computer software packages would be an asset (i.e. MEP, Autobid, Quickpen, etc.)

Required Experience
- Mechanical related post-secondary Degree and/or Diploma and/or valid Journeyman/woman certifications
- 5 years of related work experience with a proven track record in the local marketplace
- Complete understanding of the CCA bidding process and familiarity with all CCA / ACA documentation.
- Strong knowledge of mechanical piping, HVAC, sprinkler systems and related equipment

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

**Experience**:

- estimating: 5 years (preferred)

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

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Saskatoon, SK: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- construction estimating: 5 years (required)

Work Location: One location

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