Senior Estimator - Sheet Metal / HVAC / Piping
Location: West-End Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Work Arrangement: On-site
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare comprehensive mechanical estimates covering sheet metal, HVAC, and piping systems.
- Lead estimating activities and contribute to the development and growth of the sheet metal division.
- Review and interpret construction drawings, specifications, contract documents, proposals, and addenda.
- Perform detailed quantity take-offs from construction drawings.
- Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations.
- Develop complete tender pricing, including labour, materials, equipment, rentals, and subcontracted work.
- Review estimates and tender submissions to ensure accuracy, completeness, and competitiveness.
- Assess project scope, identify potential risks, and highlight cost-saving opportunities.
- Coordinate with suppliers, subcontractors, consultants, and clients throughout the estimating process.
- Participate in requests for proposals (RFPs), requests for quotations (RFQs), prequalification submissions, and requests for information (RFIs).
- Act as a key point of contact for clients, consultants, and subcontractors on estimating-related matters.
- Conduct project handover meetings with project managers and field personnel following contract awards.
- Monitor project costs and contribute to the financial performance of awarded projects.
- Manage estimating priorities and meet tender deadlines in a fast-paced construction environment.
Qualifications And Requirements
- Minimum of 6 years of estimating experience in a similar role, with at least 5 years of mechanical estimating experience in Ontario.
- Strong knowledge of sheet metal, HVAC, piping, and mechanical construction systems.
- Proven ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
- Experience performing detailed quantity take-offs and preparing comprehensive mechanical estimates.
- Solid understanding of construction contracts, job costing, and cost reporting principles.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Project.
- Established industry relationships with suppliers, subcontractors, and other construction professionals.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to manage competing priorities, meet tight deadlines, and maintain accuracy under pressure.
- Valid driver's licence and ability to travel as required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience managing or developing an estimating department.
- Experience preparing prequalification packages and tender submissions.
- Previous hands-on experience as a tradesperson, field supervisor, or mechanical construction professional.
- Demonstrated ability to support business growth and improve estimating processes.
Benefits
- Extended health care benefits.
- On-site parking.
- Performance-based bonus opportunities.
