About The Role

- We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Construction Estimator to join our growing pre-construction team.

- The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing accurate, competitive, and timely cost estimates for commercial mechanical construction projects.

- This role will focus on analyzing drawings, specifications, and proposals for HVAC, plumbing, heating, sheet metal, and piping systems.

- The ideal candidate will have strong estimating experience, excellent analytical skills, and a proven ability to develop competitive bids for large-scale mechanical projects ranging from $1M to $15M+.

Key Responsibilities

- Perform detailed digital quantity take-offs for HVAC, plumbing, sheet metal, and piping systems using industry-standard estimating tools.

- Prepare comprehensive cost estimates including materials, labor, equipment, subcontractors, and overhead costs.

- Review blueprints, architectural drawings, specifications, and project documents to identify scope requirements, risks, and potential gaps.

- Solicit, review, and negotiate pricing from suppliers, subcontractors, and equipment manufacturers.

- Identify value engineering opportunities and cost-saving solutions while maintaining project quality and system performance.

- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, general contractors, and clients during pre-construction planning and project handoff.

- Maintain and update estimating databases, historical cost information, and labor productivity data.





- Prepare qualified bid proposals and support successful project acquisition.

Qualifications & Requirements

- 3-5+ years of experience in mechanical estimating for ICI (Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional) projects.

- Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, heating, sheet metal, and piping systems.

- Experience preparing estimates for commercial mechanical construction projects.

- Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, specifications, and construction documents.

- Proficiency with mechanical estimating and project software, including:

- Procore, Trimble Estimation / QuickPen and Bluebeam Revu

- Strong understanding of commercial mechanical codes and industry standards, including:

- NBC Alberta standards, City of Calgary commercial building requirements, CSA standards, SMACNA guidelines and ASHRAE standards

- Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

- Ability to visualize and understand complex 3D mechanical systems from 2D drawings.

- Excellent communication skills with the ability to negotiate with vendors and present bids to clients and stakeholders.

- Experience managing estimates for projects valued at $1M+ is preferred.

Education & Experience

- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is preferred.

- Equivalent experience through mechanical trade background, journeyman certification, or relevant industry experience will be considered.

📌 Mechanical Construction Estimator (Calgary)
🏢 Synectics
📍 Calgary