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Estimating, Accubid, Excel, Construction, Vancouver, Bids, Takeoffs, Electrical, field walk downs

Hays Recruitment is hiring an Electrical Estimator to work with our client in Vancouver, BC. This role falls under construction and will include projects under ICI (Industrial, Commercial and Institutional).


Your new company:


Our client is a large Electrical Contractor in Vancouver that specializes in large-scale projects, and designs built-in primarily the civil, commercial, and industrial space. They have been around since 1973 and continue to dominate the market. The company has now become part of the family legacy and continues to be one of the largest electrical contractors in western Canada, projecting $100 million annually in revenue.


Your new role:


As an Electrical Estimator, your role will be an integral part of the electrical construction process and ensure competitiveness, profitability, and growth. As the Electrical Estimator, your role will include but is not limited to; Preparing complete labour and material cost estimates, preparing bills of material and other information for use by purchasing, Determining constructability requirements via field walk-downs with the customer, subcontractor, and construction personnel, Comparing various project documents for accuracy and consistency as well as data entry, Performing field take-offs/evaluations for estimate preparation, Participating in the estimate review process with internal and external stakeholders, Assisting construction personnel throughout the project life-cycle in tracking and understanding of cost estimates, Preparation and submission of change orders, Following-up at the end of projects to close any loops in the estimating process to include invoicing and cost tracking and other duties as assigned.


What you'll need to succeed:


To succeed as the Electrical Estimator, we are looking for candidates with a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field or equivalent experience. You will have 3+ years of estimating experience in a relatable field. Strong knowledge of local electrical codes, electrical materials, and methods of installation and being able to read and understand civil, architectural, structural, and mechanical, plans and specifications including blueprints, proposals, and other relevant documents are important. Our client is eager to find a hard-working candidate who uses initiative each day. Teamwork is integral in this role as you will be working alongside customers, subcontractors, and construction personnel.


What you'll get in return:


The Electrical Estimator will receive a competitive salary dependent on experience, $100,000-$130,000 (chief estimator level), weekly pay, hybrid working model (2 days per week from home), Extended Health/Medical, Health and Wellness pass/reimbursements, Education assistance and more. You will have the opportunity to progress long-term with a growing business. Our client is proud to offer equal opportunities. They promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects the brand and team.


What you need to do now:


If the Electrical Estimator sounds like it could be the right next step within your Construction career, apply now - Katty Kedrov, your Hays consultant will soon be in touch to discuss the next steps in the interview process. (Please note all applications are highly confidential).


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