Senior Estimator - Electrical Utilites

MatchBox Consulting Group is currently seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator to join our client, an established contractor delivering electrical utility, infrastructure, and industrial projects across Alberta and Saskatchewan.

This is a senior individual-contributor opportunity within a growing estimating team. The successful candidate will bring strong electrical construction estimating experience and have the ability to independently develop competitive bids across a range of project sizes and scopes. Apply today!

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates for electrical construction and utility projects
• Review drawings, specifications, tender documents, and contract requirements
• Complete detailed material and labour takeoffs
• Develop labour, material, equipment, and subcontractor pricing
• Solicit, review, and analyze supplier and subcontractor quotations
• Identify scope gaps, risks, exclusions, and potential commercial issues
• Develop complete and competitive tender submissions
• Evaluate project constructability and execution requirements
• Coordinate with operations, project management, suppliers, and subcontractors as required
• Manage multiple estimates across varying project sizes and timelines
• Support the estimating team with electrical construction knowledge and expertise
• Contribute to larger and more complex pursuits across Western Canada
  
  

Requirements

• 6+ years of electrical construction estimating experience
• Strong experience independently preparing electrical estimates and tenders
• Experience with detailed takeoffs and quantity development
• Strong understanding of labour, material, and equipment pricing
• Experience reviewing supplier and subcontractor quotations
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, specifications, and tender documents
• Strong understanding of electrical construction and constructability
• Experience managing estimates from initial review through final submission
• Strong attention to detail and commercial awareness
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a broader estimating team
• Valid driver's licence and satisfactory driver's abstract
• Ability to work from an Edmonton-area office
  
  

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

Find out more at www.matchboxhr.com