Posted 2 months ago
Electrical Estimator - Utilities Construction
@ Black & McDonald Limited
Vancouver, British Columbia
Overview
Black & McDonald is hiring a junior Electrical Estimator in Vancouver for its BC Utilities team, reporting to the lead Electrical Estimator. The role prepares cost estimates, quantity take-offs and tender support for electrical utility and infrastructure projects. The posting states a salary of $70,000 to $85,000 and an on-site arrangement.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare cost estimates and quantity take-offs for electrical utility projects
- Coordinate price packages with suppliers, subcontractors and owners
- Support tender submissions, bid packages and proposals
- Maintain cost database and estimating software
- Participate in site visits to gather estimate information
Requirements summary:
- 1 to 3 years of estimating experience in utilities or commercial construction
- Understanding of electrical systems and construction processes
- Proficiency with MS Office and recognized estimating software is an asset
- Valid non-graduated Class 5 BC driver's licence
- Degree or diploma in construction engineering technology or management is an asset
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Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-08-30
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Business operations |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | College diploma (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Construction Engineering Technology, Construction Management |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement 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
- 6001 Front Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64120, US
- 10 Payzant Avenue, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia B3B 1Z6, CA
- 1801 Quebec Avenue, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan S7K 3S7, CA
- 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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- 0
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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…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Construction |
| Company size | 5,001-10,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Toronto, ON |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1921 |
| Specialties | Electrical ConstructionFacilities ManagementFacility Maintenance ServicesRenewable ServicesUtility ServicesConstruction ServicesEnergy & Sustainability ServicesEngineering & DesignFabrication and Modular Construction Servicesand EV Charging Infrastructure Services |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 102 |
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Black & McDonald’s BC Utilities team is growing! If you are an analytical and collaborative professional searching for the opportunity to build a solid foundation for your career, this position is for you. The Electrical Estimator is located in Vancouver and reports directly to the lead Electrical Estimator.
The Electrical Estimator will analyze costs and prepare work take-offs and estimates on Electrical utilities projects. The successful candidate will provide technical and administrative support to project operations with emphasis on estimating, reporting and monitoring progress, planning, scheduling, and handling project change. This is a junior level position for someone looking to grow their career with solid mentorship under an experienced Estimator. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Assist in developing estimates for tender submissions on electrical utility projects, including electrical design-build and electrical infrastructure/industrial-based projects.
- Assist the lead Electrical Estimator to prepare estimates of cost of materials, labour and equipment for construction projects based on contract bids, quotations, schematic drawings and specifications.
- Perform quantity take-offs
- Under the direction of the lead Electrical Estimator, advise on tendering procedures, examine and analyze tenders, recommend tender awards and participate in negotiations.
- Establish and maintain tendering process, set up cost monitoring, reporting systems and procedures.
- Coordinates price packages with suppliers, subcontractors, owners, designers and architects regarding tenders.
- Participates in site review, tender review, tender hand-off, project closing and operational/sector meetings with the lead Electrical Estimator and Project Managers and Operations Manager as required
- Prepare and maintain a directory of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors
- Obtain and compare suppliers and subcontractors quotes
- Liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors, and prepare economic feasibility studies on changes and adjustments to cost estimates.
- Participate in site visits to gather information to complete estimates
- Help to maintain positive relationships with clients, subcontractors, and stakeholders through timely communication and follow-up
- Help prepare bid packages and proposals
- Maintain and update cost database and estimating software
COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
- Communicates Effectively
- Customer Focus
- Holds Self and Others Accountable
- Problem Solving and Innovation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- Completion of a Degree or Diploma in Construction Engineering Technology/Construction Management is an asset
- Experience as a qualified tradesperson in the electrical construction industry may substitute for education requirements.
WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- 1-3 years of estimating experience in the Utilities or Commercial Construction industry
SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Proficient knowledge and strong understanding of established Construction best practices
- Understanding of electrical systems and construction processes
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent organization and time management skills
- Proficient with recognized estimating software is an asset
- Proficient user of MS Office Suite applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Willing and able to travel within the Greater Vancouver area for site visits as needed
- Valid non-graduated Class 5 BC Drivers’ license and drivers' abstract
The expected salary range for this role is between $70,000-$85,000. The starting salary will be based on several factors such as the successful candidate’s qualifications, including but not limited to education and experience. Salary 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 performance bonus, career development programs, and other HR programs.
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