Estimator, Electrical Job Details | Aecon

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we cant do it safely, we dont do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. Were passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us!

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. Were always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

What You'll Do Here

• Work effectively in a team environment and support other estimators and mangers in the department
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
• Develop strategies and scope breakdown structures to support the estimate development process
• Support the Bid Manager throughout the entire proposal development duration
• Participation and understanding of both design/build and build-to-spec contracts
• Review and interpret project drawings, specifications, lists, and other technical documentation
• Responsible for the accurate take-off of quantities preparation of detailed estimates while following company policies and estimating procedures
• Utilize construction estimating software to compile detailed estimate information
• Estimate Preparation - labour hours / headcounts, material costs; tools & equipment costs; scheduling durations; and compile bid packages for subcontractors and/or equipment suppliers
• Analyzes sub-trade quotations, liaison with subcontractors for clarification of issues
• Attend estimate kick-off and approval meetings with management to review estimate details, assumptions, and risk factors
• Determine estimated construction durations for job forecasting and project scheduling

What You Bring To The Team

• Electrical Construction experience in Industrial Installations (Gas Compression, Petrochemical, Mining, Automotive, Steel, etc) an asset
• Prior Estimating / Operational experience an asset
• Experience as a Project Coordinator on Electrical Projects an asset
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings and contract documents
• Strong Computer Skills, Knowledge of Acubid, Hard Doller, Primevera P6
• Adabpital to flexible work schedules

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

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