Electrical Estimator

**Join MasTec Canada**

We are a team that is motivated, ambitious and inclusive. We are united by a commitment to safety and united by a passion for solutions and innovation.

MasTec Canada offers career opportunities for individuals looking to take part in Canada’s industrial construction sector. Guided by our Core Values of team, respect, excellence, integrity, duty and protect, we construct and maintain projects safely, reliably and with care and respect for the environment in which we operate.

**Why Join Us?**

• Our Core Values are front and centre and operationalized across the business
• Individual contribution is rewarded and teamwork is encouraged
• A commitment to a diverse and inclusive work environment where our employees can freely bring diverse perspectives and varied work experiences to work
• Individual development is provided (e.g., hands-on training and cross-functional project opportunities)
• Health and wellness program

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**LOCATION: 333 7 Avenue Southwest, Calgary AB T2P 2Z1**

**ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS**

The Estimator is required to perform estimating duties including, but not limited to:

• Review proposal scope, specifications, and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate
• Review design options and recommend best solution based on cost, engineering quality, or availability of materials, as required
• Prepare discipline estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work
• Prepare accurate quantity surveys and estimates for those divisions of the project as assigned
• Develop list of subcontractors/suppliers to solicit quotes on the project
• Solicit subcontractor and/or supplier quotations or scheduling input as required for the assignments
• Review proposal package to determine relevant deliverables and coordinate with other disciplines (site management, scheduling etc.) to complete tasks
• Prepare and/or coordinate the preparation of full cost estimates on conceptual, design-build or general tender work
• Maintain files of working documents as back-up for estimate figures, including current (accurate) information on prices from suppliers through direct contact, sales brochures, price lists, etc.
• Support other department personnel including preparing estimates in other disciplines as required
• Participate in plan review and estimate reviews for respective projects
• Assist in compiling historical cost data for projects
• Attend project meetings and perform site investigations as assigned
• Provide estimating leadership responsibility for the following on assigned projects:

• Ensure scope alignment on the project being estimated_
• Solicit information from Operations to ensure estimate is aligned to the proposed execution plan_
• Identify scope to be completed by third parties and oversee the quotation process to obtain quotes_
• Oversee the completion of takeoffs completed by others and self-perform takeoffs as required_
• Review general conditions and terms to ensure alignment with estimate_
• Develop the project breakdown structure and ensure alignment with the client’s pay items_
• Oversee the development of the costing of the estimate and ensure alignment to MasTec’s standards cost breakdown structure_
• Obtain and develop labour rate costs_
• Lead estimate reviews with Operations_
• Coordinate with others the completion of the proposal_
• Develop and complete project schedule if required_
• Provide other proposal deliverables related to the estimate_
• Lead and complete the closeout process of the estimate for submission to MasTec’s Proposal Team_
• Assist with the completion of post bid clarifications_
• Contribute to the successful kickoff requirements for projects awarded to MasTec_
• Other duties as assigned_

**education and work experience requirements**

• Technical education with a bachelor’s degree, diploma, or Journeyman Certification
• 3 + years’ experience in estimating Electrical construction estimates for oil and gas, and industrial projects
• Experience leading and closing estimates
• Experience with Hard Dollar software and P6 is an asset
• Working knowledge of estimating other disciplines is an asset 

**knowledge, skills, and abilities required**

• Take reasonable care of your own and others’ health and safety and of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for promoting and living out MasTec Canada’s 6 Core Values
• Read, analyze and interpret blueprints, professional journals, technical procedures, contracts or government regulations
• Write reports, business correspondence and document project activities
• Proficiency Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel, Bluebeam and PowerPoint
• Ability to maintain positive working relationships with others, both internally and externally
• Ability to assume responsibility to interface and communicate effectively with others, have strong interpersonal skills and be self-motivated
• Ability to anti