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Electrical Estimator - ICI Construction

@ Black & McDonald Limited

Ontario

$80k–$110k/yrFull-time5+ years experience
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Overview

Black & McDonald is hiring an Electrical Estimator in Scarborough to prepare cost estimates for electrical ICI construction projects and advise on tendering. The role reports to the Chief Estimator and requires 5+ years of electrical estimating experience, with a salary range of $80,000 to $110,000 per year.

Pay:

$80,000–$110,000 a year

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare cost estimates for electrical construction projects
  • Advise on tendering and recommend tender awards
  • Participate in site and tender reviews
  • Maintain a directory of suppliers and subcontractors
  • Liaise with engineers, owners and contractors

Requirements summary:

  • Electrical estimating or construction program graduate
  • 5+ years estimating electrical ICI or P3 work
  • Advanced MS Office and Accubid skills
  • Proficient in estimate closure and scheduling

Tools & skills

Benefits mentioned

Retirement plan
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-10-26
First seen by our source
2026-10-27
Source record updated
2026-10-28

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Job details

SenioritySenior
DepartmentBusiness operations
Experience5+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: minimal
Work settingOffice
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
Background checkscriminal record
EducationCollege diploma (required)
Fields of studyElectrical estimating, Construction
Perks mentionedRetirement plan, Performance bonus

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Black & McDonald Limited

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Full company description

Black & McDonald is an integrated, multi-trade service provider that safely delivers high-quality construction, facilities management, and technical solutions. We are a family-owned and operated company with over 6,500 employees working out of 40+ offices across North America. With more than 100 years of diverse market experience across North America, we are a forward-thinking organization with a strong track record of delivering customer-focused solutions and operational excellence. For more information on our licenses visit: https://blackandmcdonald.com/licenses/

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Reported office locations
  • 2100 - 2 Bloor Street East, Toronto, ON M4W 1A8, CA
  • 31 Pullman Court, Scarborough, ON M1X 1E4, CA
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Business categories
  • Electronics
  • Government
  • Consumer Electronics
Other recorded names
  • Black & McDonald Limited
  • Black & McDonald Français
Specialties
  • Electrical Construction
  • Facilities Management
  • Facility Maintenance Services
  • Renewable Services
  • Utility Services
  • Construction Services
  • Energy & Sustainability Services
  • Engineering & Design
  • Fabrication and Modular Construction Services
  • and EV Charging Infrastructure Services
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Black & McDonald is an integrated, multi-trade service provider that safely delivers high-quality construction, facilities management, and technical solutions. We are a family-owned and operated company with over 6,500 employees working out of 40+ offices across North America. With more than 100 years of diverse market experience across North America, we are a forward-thinking organization with a strong track…

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IndustryConstruction
Company size5,001-10,000 employees
HeadquartersToronto, ON
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded1921
SpecialtiesElectrical ConstructionFacilities ManagementFacility Maintenance ServicesRenewable ServicesUtility ServicesConstruction ServicesEnergy & Sustainability ServicesEngineering & DesignFabrication and Modular Construction Servicesand EV Charging Infrastructure Services
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Job description

ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Black & McDonald’s Mechanical & Electrical ICI team is growing! If you are committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.

The Electrical Estimator is located in Scarborough and typically reports directly to the Chief Estimator. The Estimator will be responsible for all aspects of estimating and will ensure strict adherence to B&M policies and procedures relating to the estimating process. The Estimator shall also liaise with customers to ensure continuity of work opportunities and with vendors to maintain competitiveness within the industry. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Prepare estimates of probable costs 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
  • Participates in site review, tender review, tender hand-off, project closing and operational/sector meetings
  • Prepare and maintain a directory of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors
  • Liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

  • Communicates Effectively
  • Customer Focus
  • Holds Self and Others Accountable
  • Problem Solving and Innovation
  • Teamwork and Collaboration

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

  • Graduate of electrical estimating or construction program
  • Several years’ experience working in the electrical construction sector

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

  • 5+ years’ experience in estimating electrical ICI construction work or on P3 projects

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Proficient knowledge and understanding of:

  • Estimate closure
  • Project electrical design interpretation
  • Construction scheduling, planning, and execution
  • Organization and time management
  • Excellent communications skills
  • Self-motivated and able to work with deadlines

Advanced user of:

  • MS Office (Word, Excel, Project)
  • Accubid

The expected salary range for this role is between $80,000 - $110,000 per year. The starting salary will be determined based on several factors such as the successful candidate’s qualifications, including but not limited to education and experience. Base pay is one component of Black & McDonald’s total rewards package. Total rewards vary by position and may include additional offerings such as group insurance benefits, pension plan, annual discretionary bonus, career development programs, and other HR programs.

Please be advised that a Criminal Background Check and Professional Reference Check will be required as part of our employment screening and selection process. Additionally, all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with accessibility accommodation requirements. Accessibility accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

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