Senior Electrical Estimator

Job Description

Senior Estimator / Chief Estimator – Electrical Services Contractor

$120-150K

North York

Industry: Electrical Contracting | Construction (High-Rise & ICI)

Our client is a well-established, mid-sized electrical contracting company with a strong track record of delivering quality work in high-rise residential and ICI construction projects. With steady growth and a solid pipeline of projects, they are seeking a Senior Estimator / Chief Estimator to lead their estimating team and play a key role in driving their business forward.

The Opportunity

The Senior Estimator / Chief Estimator will oversee the preparation of accurate and competitive bids for large-scale electrical projects in the high-rise and ICI sectors. This role is ideal for an experienced professional who thrives in a mid-sized company environment, where you’ll have direct impact, autonomy, and opportunities for leadership growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the estimating team in preparing detailed cost estimates, budgets, and proposals for electrical contracting projects.
• Review drawings, specifications, and tender documents to develop accurate pricing and scope assessments.
• Conduct material take-offs, labor estimates, subcontractor and supplier pricing.
• Analyze project risks, provide value-engineering options, and ensure competitiveness of bids.
• Oversee tendering processes, attend pre-bid meetings, and manage subcontractor/supplier negotiations.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and senior leadership to support bid strategy and hand-over to operations.
• Develop and refine estimating procedures, templates, and cost databases to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Mentor and support junior estimators, fostering growth and consistency across the estimating department.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of estimating experience in electrical contracting, with a focus on high-rise residential and ICI construction projects.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, drawings, and construction methodologies.
• Proven experience in tendering, material take-offs, and cost analysis.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills when dealing with subcontractors, suppliers, and clients.
• Proficiency in estimating software, (Accubid preferred or similar) and Microsoft Office (Excel in particular).
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and lead a small estimating team.
• Post-secondary education in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent trade background considered an asset.
• Journeyperson Electrician license (asset, not required).

Why Join this company?

• Opportunity to take a leadership role in a growing mid-sized company with a strong project pipeline.
• Work on landmark high-rise and ICI projects that shape city skylines and communities.
• Competitive compensation package
• Collaborative team culture with room for career advancement.

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