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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in electrical estimating for high-voltage electrical, renewable energy, and utility projects, with strong capabilities in project scheduling, cost estimation, and compliance with client requirements. Proficient in collaborating across engineering, procurement, and project management functions to ensure successful proposal submissions and project execution.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Electrical EstimatingProject SchedulingCost EstimationEstimating Software ProficiencyCollaboration Across Functions
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Hard Skills
Electrical EstimatingProject SchedulingCost EstimationInterpreting Engineering DrawingsConstruction Methods KnowledgeRisk AssessmentProposal DevelopmentChange Order ManagementCompliance DocumentationField-Level Data Assessment
Soft Skills
Highly OrganizedDetail-OrientedSelf-DrivenProactiveCollaborative
Tools & Technologies
Estimating SoftwareDigital Take-Off ToolsMicrosoft ProjectPrimaveraMicrosoft Office SuiteDocument Management Software
Certifications & Qualifications
Journeyperson ElectricianPower Systems Electrician
Industry Keywords
High-Voltage ElectricalRenewable EnergyUtility ProjectsEPC SectorSubstation ProjectsDistribution Projects
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Report to the Director of Engineering
- Prepare complete Engineering proposals for high-voltage electrical, renewable energy, and utility projects
- Evaluate RFP packages to determine scope, schedule, deliverables, constructability, and proposal requirements
- Develop detailed EPC cost estimates for transmission, distribution, substation, generation, and industrial electrical projects
- Support complete proposal submissions and ensure compliance with client requirements and internal standards
- Collaborate with estimating, engineering, procurement, project controls, and other stakeholders on scope, pricing, execution plans, and schedules
- Coordinate and attend site visits to gather field-level data and assess constructability
- Prepare or support project execution plans, cost estimates, project schedules, safety and quality plans, ITP plans, risk registers, assumptions, clarifications, optional pricing, alternate proposals, and executive summaries
- Engage subcontractors and vendors to secure pricing and confirm scope alignment
- Review client commercial terms and coordinate risk assessment and compliance documentation
- Maintain estimate basis records throughout proposal development
- Facilitate internal estimate review meetings and final bid submission reviews
- Conduct formal estimate hand-off meetings with Project Management after contract award
- Assist with change orders and scope adjustments
- Participate in project close-out and post-mortem reviews
- Support CRM tracking of proposal status, client interactions, and business development metrics
- Submit administrative documentation, including daily timesheets
- Support continuous improvement in estimating processes and proposal quality
Requirements
What you’ll need- Post-secondary education in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is preferred; certification as a Journeyperson Electrician or Power Systems Electrician is considered a strong asset
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in electrical estimating, preferably within the electric utility or EPC sectors
- Experience with renewable, distribution, and substation projects considered an asset
- Proficient in interpreting engineering drawings, technical specifications, and construction documents
- Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and labor productivity
- Experience using estimating software such as Hard Dollar or equivalent
- Experience with digital take-off tools such as Bluebeam
- Ability to develop project schedules using Microsoft Project and/or Primavera
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
- Proficiency with document management software such as SharePoint
- Ability to work collaboratively across engineering, procurement, construction, and project management functions
- Proven ability to coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders
- Ability to articulate estimate assumptions, risk considerations, and commercial impacts to technical and non-technical audiences
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, able to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
- Self-driven, proactive, and capable of working independently and as part of a larger team
- Required to complete pre-employment screening, including professional reference checks and a criminal record check
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive compensation with weekly pay periods
- Generous paid time off
- RRSP-DPSP employer matching, increasing with years of service
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and disability coverage
- Ongoing training, development, and career advancement opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program with confidential counselling support
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Meaningful engagement initiatives and team events
- Culture prioritizing wellbeing, inclusion, and genuine lasting connections
- Hands-on experience and exposure to diverse projects
- Mentorship and professional development
- Opportunities to advance across disciplines, locations, and career paths
- Recognition and appreciation for skill, dedication, and excellence