Posted 11 months ago
MEP Estimator
@ Pomerleau
Toronto, Ontario
Overview
Pomerleau Construction is hiring a full-time MEP Estimator in its Building Operations team to prepare design, preliminary, control and detailed estimates for large building and infrastructure projects. The role involves reviewing bid documents, attending coordination meetings and site visits, and sourcing subcontractor and supplier pricing. The posting states a hybrid model for corporate roles, an RRSP with 5% employer matching, an employee stock ownership program and a minimum of four weeks of vacation.
Responsibilities:
- Review bid documents and prepare design, preliminary, control or detailed estimates
- Evaluate quantities of materials and manpower by trade
- Research material and subcontracting prices
- Invite subcontractors and verify their amounts against bid documents
- Suggest cost-saving alternatives and develop preliminary schedules
Requirements summary:
- Technical diploma in mechanical or electrical engineering or equivalent experience
- 5+ years estimating commercial or institutional projects
- Experience with Design-Build projects
- Strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical building systems
- Familiarity with OST, Excel, AutoCAD MEP and Revit MEP
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2025-11-26
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-20
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Business operations |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Mechanical engineering, Electrical engineering |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Stock or equity, Transit support |
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Pomerleau
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Redefining construction. Together. From concept to completion. Everywhere. Anytime. Without compromise.
Full company description
Pomerleau, whose revenues exceeded $4.8 billion in 2023, is one of the largest construction companies in Canada. It specializes in building, infrastructure, and civil engineering sectors, undertaking major projects through alternative delivery methods. Equipped with a research and development laboratory, Pomerleau integrates innovations into more than 80% of its projects and works sustainably to build the living environments of tomorrow. It is a family-owned company with human values, recognized as one of the 100 best employers in Canada. As a talent incubator and a trainer for the next generation, we encourage the development and growth of all our team members.
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- 143,379
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- 3,249
- Reported office locations
- 500 Rue Saint-Jacques, Montréal, Québec H2Y, CA
- 521, 6E Avenue, St-Georges, Quebec G5Y0H1, CA
- 99 Airport Rd, St John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador A1A, CA
- 1496 Bedford Hwy, Bedford, Nova Scotia B4A, CA
- 562 Chemin Olivier, Lévis, Quebec G7A, CA
- 343 Preston St, Ottawa, Ontario, CA
- 185 The West Mall, Toronto, Ontario M9C, CA
- 900 W Hastings St, 1100, Vancouver, Colombie-Britannique V6C, CA
- Business categories
- Construction
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- Other recorded names
- Pomerleau
- Pomerleu
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- Yes
- Reported total investment
- 200,000,000
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Pomerleau, whose revenues exceeded $4.8 billion in 2023, is one of the largest construction companies in Canada. It specializes in building, infrastructure, and civil engineering sectors, undertaking major projects through alternative delivery methods. Equipped with a research and development laboratory, Pomerleau integrates innovations into more than 80% of its projects and works sustainably to build the living…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Construction |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Montréal, Québec |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1966 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 347 |
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· Evaluate quantities of materials and manpower for key work.
· Prepare quantity summaries based on drawings and specifications, categorized by sections and trades.
· Assist in selecting design, equipment, and suppliers.
· Attend coordination meetings and site visits and assess project difficulty.
· Research project-specific prices for materials and subcontracting.
· Invite subcontractors, provide necessary documents, and grant access to virtual drawing rooms.
· Verify amounts from suppliers and subcontractors to ensure alignment with bid documents.
· Coordinate estimating efforts for "Design-Build" projects and maintain contact with subcontractors and suppliers.
· Suggest cost-saving alternatives to bid documents and support the estimation department with technical expertise.
· Develop preliminary work schedules and assist in bid closing.
This role could be for you if you have
· Technical diploma in mechanical or electrical engineering or equivalent experience.
· 5+ years of relevant experience in commercial and institutional project estimation for a specialized subcontractor or engineering firm.
· Experience in “Design-Build” type projects.
· Excellent technical knowledge in electrical and mechanical building systems.
· Possess excellent skills in reading drawings and specifications, combined with strong analytical abilities.
· Familiarity with OST, Excel, Autocad-MEP and Revit-MEP software.
· Knowledge of the local construction market. • RRSP with up to 5% employer matching
• Hybrid work model for corporate roles
• Employee stock ownership program
• Career growth through real development opportunities
• Transit pass reimbursement — get to work for free
• Minimum 4 weeks of vacation from day one
For the past four years, we've proudly held the distinction of being one of Canada's Top 100 Employers. The expected compensation range posted for this role applies to available work locations in Ontario and/or British Columbia. Offered compensation may vary from the posted range based on a candidate’s relevant skills, experience, qualifications, geographic location, and the final job for which they are hired.
Please view this job on Pomerleau’s official Career Site if the posted compensation range is unavailable on a third‑party job board. Pomerleau is a national leader in construction, delivering major projects across Canada. We believe in creating a workplace where people feel respected, supported, and empowered to grow. Our culture is built on collaboration, trust, and a shared commitment to doing great work. If this speaks to you, apply for this role or connect with one of our recruiters to learn how we can support you throughout the process.
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