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Electrical Estimator

Richmond Hill, ON, Canada

$95,000 to $120,000 CAD / year · Full-time

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Pay: $95,000 to $120,000 CAD / year
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Dec 2, 2026
Experience: Minimum 4 years of experience estimating electrical construction projects (industrial, commercial, institutional)
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 2, 2026

Original job description

Your New Company

Join a leading electrical contracting organization recognized for delivering high‑quality, innovative, and cost‑effective electrical construction solutions across industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors. The company is committed to excellence, collaboration, and safety, with a strong focus on technical capability and relationship‑driven service. Employees at every level are supported with a well‑established safety culture anchored in the organization’s goal of zero incidents.

A safe and healthy work environment is a core guiding principle. The company is dedicated to protecting its employees through proactive safety measures, continuous training, and a shared commitment to safe work practices across all project sites.

Your New Role

As a Electrical Estimator, you will prepare accurate cost estimates and bid documentation for a wide range of electrical construction projects. You’ll work closely with suppliers, clients, subcontractors, and the Chief Estimator to develop competitive pricing strategies and ensure estimates meet organizational standards at all project stages - from conceptual and schematic design through tender and construction.

You’ll review design documents, perform detailed take-offs, assess project risks, and prepare final proposals. This position also includes mentoring junior estimators, maintaining estimating software and pricing databases, and representing the company professionally during meetings and site walkthroughs.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Certified Engineering Technologist, 309A Electrical License, or Electrical Certificate of Qualification preferred
(Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.)
Minimum 4 years of experience estimating electrical construction projects (industrial, commercial, institutional)
Strong ability to estimate diverse project types and prepare complex proposals with minimal supervision
Proficiency in estimating and quantity take-off software, including BlueBeam and Accubid.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints
Solid knowledge of procurement procedures, accounting practices, and project administration
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Skills & Attributes

Exceptional organization, record‑keeping, and multitasking abilities
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to collaborate with internal teams, clients, suppliers, and subcontractors
Professional, tactful, and team‑oriented mindset in a fast‑paced environment

Key Responsibilities

Review tender documents to ensure accuracy and compliance
Analyze drawings, specifications, and related design documentation
Identify design gaps and issue RFIs for clarification
Perform pre‑bid risk assessments and develop installation strategies
Provide value‑engineering recommendations to improve cost‑effectiveness
Conduct detailed take-offs and organize quantities in estimating software
Prepare material, labour, equipment, and job cost calculations
Evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotes for compliance and suitability
Prepare scope letters and qualification notes
Manage cost strategies from planning through construction
Present estimates to internal teams and clients
Build and maintain strong industry relationships
Represent the company during site walkthroughs and design meetings
Review estimates prepared by other team members
Mentor and support new hires within the estimating department

Pay: $95,000 - $120,000

Travel

0–20% travel may be required.

Working Conditions

Site environments may include prolonged walking or standing, exposure to changing weather conditions, noise, and outdoor elements depending on the season.

AI may be used to screen, assess or select applicants for this position.

This posting is not for an existing vacancy with the organization.

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Responsibilities

Prepare estimates, detailed quantity take-offs, cost calculations, and bid proposals for electrical construction projects, reviewing design documents and assessing risks, scope, and supplier and subcontractor quotes. Coordinate with clients and project partners, present estimates, maintain estimating tools and pricing data, represent the company at meetings and site walkthroughs, and mentor junior estimators.

Requirements

At least four years of experience estimating industrial, commercial, or institutional electrical construction projects is required, along with the ability to prepare complex estimates with minimal supervision. Preferred qualifications include a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Certified Engineering Technologist status, a 309A Electrical License, or an Electrical Certificate of Qualification; candidates should also be proficient with Bluebeam, Accubid, Microsoft Office, and engineering drawings.

Skills

Electrical Construction Estimating
Cost Estimation
Quantity Take-Offs
Bluebeam
Accubid
Engineering Drawing Interpretation
Tender Document Review
Risk Assessment
Value Engineering
Procurement
Project Administration
Microsoft Office
Supplier and Subcontractor Quote Evaluation
Proposal Preparation
Communication
Mentoring

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Keywords

Electrical Estimator
Electrical Construction
Industrial Projects
Commercial Projects
Institutional Projects
Cost Estimates
Bid Documentation
Bluebeam
Accubid
Quantity Take-Offs
Engineering Drawings
Tender Documents
Requests for Information
Pre-Bid Risk Assessment
Installation Strategies
Value Engineering
Material Costs
Labour Costs
Equipment Costs
Job Cost Calculations
Procurement
Subcontractor Quotes
Supplier Quotes
Scope Letters
Estimating Software
Pricing Databases
309A Electrical License
Electrical Certificate of Qualification
Microsoft Office
Site Walkthroughs

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