BAS Estimator Job Vaughan area,Ontario Canada,Engineering

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

The BAS Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate, competitive, and technically compliant cost estimates for Building Automation Systems projects. This role works closely with sales, engineering, operations, and project teams to support successful bid submissions and smooth project handoff.

The ideal candidate has strong technical knowledge of BAS/control systems, excellent analytical skills, and a clear understanding of construction and contracting practices.

Why This Role Matters to Modern Niagara

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 BAS Estimator plays a key role in maintaining profitability, supporting strategic growth, and strengthening client relationships through precise cost analysis and informed decision-making.

Key Impact / Purpose

Provides reliable cost predictions and identifies risk.

Enables Modern Niagara to secure projects while ensuring budgets are realistic and achievable for operational teams.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Performing quantity takeoffs including entry into estimating software

Preparation, final review, and submission of Bid Documents to ensure all bid requirements are met

Assemble all elements of an estimate including labour, material, equipment, and subcontractor pricing

The ability to prepare takeoffs using drawings and documents that may be less than 100% complete

Understand the labour variances between project types and apply appropriate correction factors

Provide detailed labor breakdowns for each area to assist with budget creation and management of the project

Prepares 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 the project team to assist with the planning and budget process

Establish strong relationships with suppliers and sub-trades to ensure sound and competitive pricing is received

Reviewing project to develop a win strategy

Reviewing final cost report with the project team and develop for historical information

Interpret client and design information and have sufficient industry and design knowledge to interpret and include for a complete system.

Ability to critically review request for proposals, preliminary designs, estimates, proposals, and both external and internal information to enable best decisions to be made in consultation with management.

Timing of all duties and responsibilities as set up by the Estimating Policy and/or reviewed during estimating meetings

Must haves:

Experience in estimating;
Electrical/Mechanical estimation experience is ideal, with BAS Estimation experience considered an asset

Proficiency with MS Excel for complex energy calculations

Proficiency with MS Word for development of high-quality reports

Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills, both verbally and written

Self-motivated with strong willingness and ability to learn and be challenged

Works effectively in team environment

Maintain positive customer interactions and value the customer experience

Client focused and proven relationship building skills

Ability to prioritize competing requirements and deadlines under pressure

Values time commitments and punctuality

Nice to haves:

Experience in commercial and institutional projects

This is a new position. Expected annual compensation; $80,000 - $95,000

Modern Niagara offers a competitive total compensation package including:

Performance based bonus opportunities 

Defined Contribution Pension Plan with a generous employer contribution

Flexible Health and Dental benefits with tiered options to meet the needs of you and your family

An annual health spending account to support your overall wellness

24/7 confidential support through our Employee and Family Assistance Program with access to comprehensive resources and professional…


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