Senior Transmission Electrical Estimator

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate extensive knowledge of transmission, including overhead and underground HV systems, towers/poles, stringing, sagging, tensioning, insulators, OPGW, fiber optics, and line energization.
• Apply in‑depth expertise in substations and switchyards, covering transformers, breakers, disconnect switches, bus works, grounding grids, and yard works.
• Possess sound knowledge of Protection, Control, Relay and SCADA systems.
• Understand mid‑ and low‑voltage electrical components and have hands‑on experience with industry standards and manuals such as NECA and RS Means.
• Interpret electrical drawings and specifications to create project Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and define scope for estimating exercises.
• Perform quantity take‑offs and develop bills of materials for all electrical components and equipment.
• Prepare cost estimates across all classification levels and stage gates of the pre‑construction phase, from conceptual sketches (Class
  5) through 30% design (Class
  3) to 100% detailed design (Class
  1).
• Develop conceptual order‑of‑magnitude estimates using benchmark data, parametric metrics, and preliminary design information to support client funding and feasibility decisions.
• Develop detailed bottom‑up estimates, producing complete labor, equipment, and material cost breakdowns from detailed design packages.
• Utilize various estimating methodologies, including parametric and deterministic approaches, with strong experience in crew cost methods and creating assemblies.
• Develop complete estimating documentation, including Basis of Estimate (BoE), estimate narratives, and final estimate reports.
• Develop and maintain historical cost databases, documenting cost information from completed projects and updating resource libraries within estimating software.
• Communicate effectively with clients to clarify project requirements, prepare RFIs, incorporate feedback, and ensure accurate final submissions.
• Collaborate closely with the lead estimator, ensuring adherence to deadlines and T&T; standard templates while preparing the estimate narrative and organizing the transfer of electrical estimates into the master estimate.
• Proficiently use take‑off software (Bluebeam, Cost X, On‑Screen Takeoff) and estimating platforms such as InEight (Hard Dollar), Heavy Bid, or Sage.
• Export and analyze estimate data in Excel, leveraging advanced functions and Pivot Tables for reporting.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field; a college diploma in Electrical Power is also considered (major priority).
• 58 years of experience in cost estimating for transmission line and substation projects across pre‑ and post‑contract phases (likely a typographical error; assume significant experience).
• 35 years of experience with electrical contractors is an asset.
• PQS and/or P. Eng designation is considered a strong asset.

Base salary range for this full‑time role is $95,000.00 – $ per year.

Benefits include 100% covered health and dental benefits for you and your dependents (including paramedical services), a Health Spending Account, RRSP option with company matching, annual learning and development budget, coverage of one professional membership or license fee per year when directly related to your role, vacation, flex, and sick days, and a flexible hybrid work approach.

We are an equal opportunity employer who will ensure accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.