Estimator, Construction

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Mechanical Estimator to join our Estimating team in our Vancouver office and be an integral part of delivering continued success within this department.

In addition to your day-to-day estimating responsibilities, you will prepare accurate tender pricing from available information, including drawings, specifications, and project documentation, while supporting competitive bid submissions and successful project execution.

This position is critical to ensuring the success of Modern Niagara's projects by delivering accurate and competitive estimates that form the foundation for winning bids and executing projects effectively. The Mechanical Estimator plays a key role in maintaining profitability, supporting strategic growth, and strengthening client relationships through precise cost analysis and informed decision-making.

• Provides reliable cost predictions and identifies project risks.
• Enables Modern Niagara to secure projects while ensuring budgets are realistic and achievable for operational teams.
• Supports successful project planning through accurate mechanical estimating and budget development.

• Perform quantity takeoffs including entry into estimating software.
• Prepare, review, and submit bid documents to ensure all bid requirements are met.
• Assemble all elements of an estimate including labour, materials, equipment, subcontractor pricing, and project-specific costs.
• Prepare takeoffs using drawings and documents that may be less than 100% complete.
• Understand labour variances between project types and apply appropriate correction factors.
• Provide detailed labour breakdowns for each project area to assist with budget creation and project management.
• Prepare budgets for prospective projects.
• Attend and participate in site visits, pre-bid meetings, and post-bid meetings as required.
• Participate in estimating turnover meetings with project teams to support planning and budget development.
• Establish strong relationships with suppliers and subtrades to ensure competitive pricing is obtained.
• Review projects to develop winning bid strategies.
• Review final cost reports with project teams and contribute to historical costing databases.
• Interpret client requirements, specifications, and design information to ensure complete mechanical systems are properly estimated.
• Critically review requests for proposal, preliminary designs, estimates, and supporting documentation to support informed decision-making.
• Assist in determining which projects Modern Niagara should pursue based on backlog, complexity, schedule, client requirements, available resources, and target markets.
• Complete all duties and responsibilities in accordance with Modern Niagara's estimating policies and procedures.

• Post-secondary diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Construction Technology, or a related discipline;
  OR
• Extensive experience in a mechanical contracting trade (CET or Engineering designation considered an asset);
  OR
• 2+ years of relevant Mechanical Estimating experience with strong exposure to preparing cost estimates and proposals for commercial, institutional, industrial, or infrastructure construction projects.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems including HVAC, plumbing, piping, sheet metal, and hydronic systems.
• Previous experience producing detailed estimates and proposal documentation.
• Ability to read and interpret specifications, mechanical drawings, and construction documents.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Self-motivated with a strong desire to learn and continuously improve.
• Ability to perform…