Estimator

Leading Edge Electric•Coquitlam, BC

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Leading Edge Electric is an electrical contractor focused on service work, tenant improvements, and special projects. We are a values-driven company building long-term relationships with owners, construction managers, and property managers who share those values and trust us to get things done properly. Our goal is to understand what matters most to our clients and deliver value that improves outcomes for everyone involved. We are building a disciplined, well-run company defined by clear expectations and accountability, strong leadership at every level, repeatable systems that drive consistent outcomes, and a team that takes ownership and executes at a high standard. This is a place for people who want to lead, build something meaningful, and be accountable for outcomes. Reporting directly to the Division Manager, the Electrical Estimator is responsible for full-cycle estimating — from lead qualification through turnover to operations. This role is about more than pricing drawings. It is about understanding the client’s real needs through ongoing communication, creating clarity before a job starts, identifying opportunities to add value, and protecting margin by reducing operational risk. You will play a key role in shaping our pipeline, strengthening client and vendor relationships, while continuously improving our estimating systems.

Requirements

10+ years commercial electrical experience
2+ years estimating experience (design-assist and TI preferred)
Strong knowledge of CEC and local codes
Proficiency in Bluebeam, Accubid, or equivalent tools
Strong understanding of labor productivity and installation methods
Knowledge of contracts and construction conditions
Hold high standards for accuracy and execution
Think critically and anticipate risk
Communicate clearly and directly
Take ownership of results
Prefer structure and measurable performance
Want to build systems that scale

Nice To Haves

A role which allows for individual initiative within a team environment, at times providing guidance to others, while also completing personal tasks
Seeks recognition for their attention to detail; their ability to accept and follow guidelines; and produce dependable work
Is motivated by work which combines predictable activity with the need to meet specific deadlines
Is motivated by: measurable goals; an opportunity to develop structures and systems; confirmation of their contributions - and input on how they can improve their performance

Responsibilities

Build relationships and communicate with customers to develop clear scopes of work that are aligned with project goals and value proposition
Build relationships and communicate with vendors for the procurement of project materials
Prepare timely, accurate, detailed estimates
Read and interpret drawings, specs, and tender documents
Identify risks, gaps, and scope issues early
Support operations with purchasing and change order pricing
Ensure smooth turnover to operations
Maintain a live pipeline report
Track estimate vs. actual performance
Present weekly estimating updates
Deliver post-job variance summaries
Contribute to continuous improvement of our estimating systems, processes and database