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Electrical Estimator Jobs in Toronto, Canada at Hays

Electrical Estimator

Your Newpany

Join a leading electrical contracting organization recognized for delivering high‑quality, innovative, and cost‑effective electrical construction solutions across industrial,mercial, and institutional sectors. Thepany ismitted 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. Thepany is dedicated to protecting its employees through proactive safety measures, continuous training, and a sharedmitment to safe work practices across all project sites.
Your New Role

As a Senior 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 developpetitive 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 thepany 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
    (Equivalentbinations of education and experience may be considered.)
  • Minimum 6 years of experience estimating electrical construction projects (industrial,mercial, institutional)
  • Strong ability to estimate diverse project types and prepareplex proposals with minimal supervision
  • Proficiency in estimating and quantity take-off software, including Blue Beam, Accubid, and Live Count
  • 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
  • Strongmunication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to collaborate with internal teams, clients, suppliers, and subcontractors

    • Key Responsibilities

  • Review tender documents to ensure accuracy andpliance
  • 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 rmendations 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 forpliance and suitability
  • Prepare scope letters and qualification notes
  • Review estimates prepared by other team members
  • Mentor and support new hires within the estimating department

    • Title: Electrical Estimator

    Company: Hays

    Location: Toronto, Canada

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