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 accurate 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.

Assemble all elements of an estimate including labour, materials, equipment, subcontractor pricing, and project-specific costs.

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.

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.

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; Extensive experience in a mechanical contracting trade (CET or Engineering designation considered an asset); 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.
- Ability to read and interpret specifications, mechanical drawings, and construction documents.
- Ability to perform mathematical calculations, analyze project documentation, understand contracts, cost coding systems, and work breakdown structures.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint).
- Experience with estimating software such as Trimble Autobid Mechanical, QuickPen, FastPIPE, QuoteSoft, or equivalent is considered an asset.
- Experience estimating design-build and integrated project delivery (IPD) projects.

Experience in commercial, institutional, healthcare, data centre, industrial,



or mission-critical projects.

Knowledge of local Vancouver and Lower Mainland construction markets.

Performance-based bonus opportunities.

- Defined Contribution Pension Plan with generous employer contributions.
- Flexible Health and Dental benefits with tiered options to meet the needs of you and your family.
- Annual Health Spending Account to support your overall wellness.
- 24/7 confidential support through our Employee and Family Assistance Program.
- Competitive vacation package with additional vacation granted throughout your tenure.
- Employer-paid Parental Leave Top-Up.
- Annual Community Day dedicated to volunteering and giving back.
- Corporate discounts on fitness memberships, mobile plans, travel, home and auto insurance, and more.

Modern Niagara helps building owners, managers, and general contractors meet the mechanical, electrical, integrated building technology, and building services needs of their buildings across Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto, Southwestern Ontario, and Ottawa.

We are committed to having a positive and meaningful impact on Canada's infrastructure and on the communities where we live, learn, work, and heal. Health and safety are embedded in everything we do, and our award-winning safety culture consistently performs well above industry standards.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Modern Niagara

We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization where everyone has access to opportunity, feels a sense of belonging, and can thrive. We actively work to remove barriers faced by members of equity-seeking groups, including women, Indigenous, Black, racialized, 2SLGBTQIA+ people, people with disabilities, and newcomers to Canada, within the construction industry.

If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact View email address on canada.jobradars.com.

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