Mechanical Estimator

Black & McDonald Limited•Vancouver, BC

10d•CA$70,000 - CA$80,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Black & McDonald’s BC team is growing! If you are an analytical and collaborative professional searching for the opportunity to build a solid foundation for your career, this position is for you. The Mechanical Estimator is located in Vancouver and reports directly to the Senior Mechanical Estimator. The Mechanical Estimator will analyze costs and prepare work take-offs and estimates on mechanical projects. The successful candidate will provide technical and administrative support to project operations with emphasis on estimating, reporting and monitoring progress, planning, scheduling, and handling project change.

Requirements

Completion of a Degree or Diploma in Construction Engineering Technology/Construction Management is an asset
2-5 years of experience as a qualified tradesperson within the commercial construction industry may substitute for education requirements.
2-3 years of estimating experience in the commercial construction industry is preferable
Proficient knowledge and strong understanding of established Construction best practices
Excellent organization and time management skills
Proficient with recognized estimating software is an asset
Proficient user of MS Office Suite applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Willing and able to travel within the Greater Vancouver area for site visits as needed
Clean Class 5 BC Drivers’ license and abstract
Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

Nice To Haves

Completion of a Degree or Diploma in Construction Engineering Technology/Construction Management is an asset
Proficient with recognized estimating software is an asset

Responsibilities

Prepare estimates of cost of materials, labour 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 participate in negotiations.
Establish and maintain tendering process, set up cost monitoring, reporting systems and procedures.
Coordinates price packages with suppliers, subcontractors, owners, designers and architects regarding tenders.
Participates in site review, tender review, tender hand-off, project closing and operational/sector meetings with the Senior Estimator and Project Managers and Division Manager as required
Prepare and maintain a 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.
Conduct material and equipment purchasing for secured jobs.
Co-ordinate various small projects.