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Chief Estimator - Mechanical ICI Construction

black-mcdonald-limited · 30+ days ago
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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 and 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 (QuickPen)
  • Accubid Change Order Pro

Please be advised that a Criminal Background Check and Professional Reference Check will be required as part of our employment screening and selection process. Additionally, all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with accessibility accommodation requirements. Accessibility accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

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Last updated on Sep 9, 2024

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