Electrical Estimator at Symtech Innovations Ltd.

Job Description:

Latest job information from Symtech Innovations Ltd. for the position of Electrical Estimator. If the Electrical Estimator vacancy in Richmond Hill matches your qualifications, please submit your latest application or CV directly through the updated Jobkos job portal.

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The Electrical Estimator is responsible for preparing cost estimates and bid documents for a variety of electrical construction projects. Working closely with suppliers, clients, and the Chief Estimator, they ensure accurate estimates across all design stages—conceptual, schematic, design development, tender, and construction. The Electrical Estimator represents Symtech professionally, ensuring timely and precise estimates while adhering to company standards.

A safe and healthy work environment is one of Symtech's primary goals and a central guiding principle for the organization. Symtech and its employees are aligned in the organization’s goal of zero incidents. Symtech's most valuable asset is its employees. Symtech is dedicated to providing and maintaining a safe and healthy work environment for all its employees. Symtech's safety culture is encouraged within the organization and promoted through demonstrating and communicating the importance of safety within the community where work is performed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review tender documents (instructions, RFQs, bonding, insurance, schedules) to ensure compliance with requirements.
• Analyze conceptual designs, project specifications, tender drawings, and related design documents.
• Identify design gaps and issue RFIs for ambiguous items in tender documents.
• Conduct pre-bid risk evaluations covering scope, benefits, competition, and cost factors.
• Create detailed take-offs, assign items, and organize quantities in estimating software.
• Calculate material costs, labor hours, job expenses, and required equipment.
• Set up tender-specific breakout pricing and determine submission format requirements.
• Evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotes for compliance; select and recommend suitable vendors.
• Prepare lead letters for scope clarification and qualifications.
• Manage time effectively to produce thorough and timely estimates.
• Present and explain estimates to clients, designers, and internal teams.
• Coordinate with stakeholders across departments and teams as needed.
• Maintain strong relationships with sub-trades, suppliers, manufacturers, and clients.

The duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing and other duties will be assigned based on the positions role within the business unit.

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Certified Engineering Technologist, 309A Electrical License or Electrical Certificate of Qualification preferred. A combination of training, education, and relevant work experience may be considered equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience estimating electrical construction projects, including industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors.
• Proven ability to estimate a wide range of project types, coordinate group work efforts, and prepare complex proposals with minimal supervision.
• Skilled in reading and interpreting blueprints and engineering design drawings.
• Strong knowledge of procurement procedures, accounting practices, and project administration.
• Proficient in electrical estimating software, including BlueBeam, Accubid, and Live Count.
• Highly organized with strong record-keeping, follow-up, and multitasking abilities under tight deadlines.
• Demonstrates professionalism, tact, and a team-oriented mindset in a fast-paced office environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).
• Ability to interface with all levels of staff in a professional manner.
• Strong administration and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

TRAVEL:

• 0-20 % travel may be required for this position.

Job Info:

• Company: Symtech Innovations Ltd.
• Position: Electrical Estimator
• Work Location: Richmond Hill
• Country: CA

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