Chief Estimator - Mechanical ICI Construction Job Toronto area,Ontario Canada,Engineering

ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Black & McDonald’s Southern Ontario team is growing! Are you are 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 a
nd 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.

Coordinates price packages with suppliers, subcontractors, owners, designers and architects regarding tenders.

Overseas 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 for 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.

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

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

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

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 REQUIREMENTS

15-20 years of experience working as a Mechanical Estimator on ICI projects of a $10M value or higher

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Advanced 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 (Quick Pen)

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.

Ongoing investment in training and development

Interesting and challenging work

Long-term stability

Collaborative and supportive work culture

A family business with family values

Competitive compensation and benefits packages


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