Senior Estimator - Sheet Metal / HVAC / Piping

Location: West-End Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Work Arrangement: In office

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare comprehensive mechanical estimates covering sheet metal, HVAC, and piping systems.

- Lead estimating activities and contribute to the development and growth of the sheet metal division.

- Review and interpret construction drawings, specifications, contract documents, proposals, and addenda.

- Perform detailed quantity take-offs from construction drawings.

- Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations.

- Develop complete tender pricing, including labour, materials, equipment, rentals, and subcontracted work.

- Review estimates and tender submissions to ensure accuracy, completeness, and competitiveness.

- Assess project scope, identify potential risks, and highlight cost-saving opportunities.

- Coordinate with suppliers, subcontractors, consultants, and clients throughout the estimating process.

- Participate in requests for proposals (RFPs), requests for quotations (RFQs), prequalification submissions, and requests for information (RFIs).

- Act as a key point of contact for clients, consultants, and subcontractors on estimating-related matters.

- Conduct project handover meetings with project managers and field personnel following contract awards.

- Monitor project costs and contribute to the financial performance of awarded projects.

- Manage estimating priorities and meet tender deadlines in a fast-paced construction environment.





Qualifications and Requirements

- Minimum of 6 years of estimating experience in a similar role, with at least 5 years of mechanical estimating experience in Ontario.

- Strong knowledge of sheet metal, HVAC, piping, and mechanical construction systems.

- Proven ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.

- Experience performing detailed quantity take-offs and preparing comprehensive mechanical estimates.

- Solid understanding of construction contracts, job costing, and cost reporting principles.

- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Project.

- Established industry relationships with suppliers, subcontractors, and other construction professionals.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.

- Ability to manage competing priorities, meet tight deadlines, and maintain accuracy under pressure.

- Valid driver's licence and ability to travel as required.

Preferred Qualifications

- Previous experience managing or developing an estimating department.

- Experience preparing prequalification packages and tender submissions.

- Previous hands-on experience as a tradesperson, field supervisor, or mechanical construction professional.

- Demonstrated ability to support business growth and improve estimating processes.

Benefits

- Extended health care benefits.

- On-site parking.

- Performance-based bonus opportunities.

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📌 Senior Estimator (Sheet Metal / HVAC / Piping) (Toronto)
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