Electrical Construction Estimator

Job title: Electrical Construction Estimator

Job description: Company Overview:

Since its inception in 1973, Western Pacific Enterprises, a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc, has successfully completed many electrical construction projects for commercial, industrial and utility clients throughout Western Canada. Innovation and an enthusiasm for challenging projects have made WPE one of British Columbia’s largest electrical contractors. WPE serves all aspects of the electrical industry, except transmission construction. They have built some of the most prominent fixtures of Vancouver and western Canada, including projects such as BC Place Arena, the Convention Centre and the entire Skytrain System.

The Estimator is an integral part of the electrical construction process and ensures competitiveness, profitability, and growth. The Estimator is responsible for cost estimates for various electrical construction projects.

Estimator Duties, included but not limited to:

• Prepare complete labor and material cost estimates
• Coordinate with project management
• Prepare bills of material and other information for use by purchasing
• Determine constructability requirements via field walk-downs with customer, subcontractor, and construction personnel
• Compare various project documents for accuracy and consistency as well as data entry
• Perform field take-offs/evaluations for estimate preparation
• Participate in estimate review process with internal and external stake holders
• Assist construction personnel throughout the project life-cycle in tracking and understanding of cost estimates
• Preparation and submission of change orders
• Follow-up at the end of projects to close any loops in the estimating process to include invoicing and cost tracking
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field or equivalent experience
• 1-3 years of estimating experience
• Knowledgeable of local electrical codes
• Able to read and understand civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, etc. plans and specifications to include blueprints, proposals and other relevant documents
• Knowledgeable of electrical materials and methods of installation
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and estimating software
• Excellent analytical, organizational, verbal, written, and communication skills
• Team player mentality
• Self-driven with the ability to stay on-task for extended periods of time while working independently

Employee Benefits

– Weekly pay
– Comprehensive benefits package – company-paid premiums
– Vacation
– Sick pay
– Holidays (10 per year)

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include a background check. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact our Employment Hotline at 1-855-635-1321.

MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects our family of brands. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, or other protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

MYR Group does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada for any employer.

MYR Group and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement. All communication regarding candidates, submissions, and job openings must be done through the corporate Talent Acquisition team only. Any violation of these terms may disqualify new agreements or terminate any existing agreement with MYR Group, Inc.

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