ELECTRICAL ESTIMATOR

JOB SUMMARY
 

Under the responsibility of the Division Manager, the Electrical Estimator will estimate bids that meet customer requirements, while ensuring our ability to complete the requested work, within budget. 
 

TASKS
 

• Analyze specifications and tender documents
• Perform quantity take-offs and estimate labor costs
• Assess bid feasibility based on available technical resources
• Address unresolved issues and identify unfair clauses
• Collaborate with the buyer to propose alternatives and equivalents to the client
• Prepare data for project scheduling
• Validate quantities to be installed
• Participate in bid closings
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of methods and processes
• Perform any other related tasks
   

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Academic

• College diploma in a related field and/or equivalent experience
   

Experience and qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a similar role
• Experience on construction sites
• Ability to read and interpret specifications in tender documents
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Knowledge of electrical code requirements and specialty equipment (electrical, instrumentation, and control)
• Familiarity with estimating software (Accubid is an asset)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in French (mandatory)

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English to interact with clients, suppliers, and colleagues worldwide

   

General skills

• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Analytical mindset
• Good organizational and planning skills
• Demonstrates rigor and autonomy