Estimating Lead - Edmonton - Jobs in Edmonton, AB

Job Description

At Gateway Mechanical, the extraordinary is possible to achieve in the role of Estimating Lead!!Founded in 1968, Gateway Mechanical is a privately owned company that has established itself as a leader in the commercial and industrial refrigeration, heating and air conditioning industry (HVACR). Attending to 40,000+ service calls per year, Gateway is the largest HVAC & Refrigeration service provider in Western Canada. Our model is comprised of local branch teams with fully qualified personnel representing HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing/gas fitting, sheet metal and electrical trades. These teams are supported by centers of excellence including professional engineers and project managers which ensures Gateway’s full technical capability is available for every project and service call.The Estimating Lead is a player/coach role within the Customer Solutions Team responsible for the leadership of all estimating resources.Responsibilities

• Provide direction to estimators, including technical advice, coaching, and training;
• Support the labor, equipment, and materials costing aspects of business development activity, including client interface, proposal preparation, industry research, team building;
• Own the estimating interface with internal clients for costing, schedule, and commercial matters;
• Coordinate the assignment of internal estimating resources to support the design-build and engineering technical support requirements of the sales & marketing team for customer sales interactions;
• Source and coordinate internal and external costing and estimating resources as required to support design-build and engineering requirements where departmental resources do not exist;
• Coordinate with designers (internally and externally) to ensure the scope of work has been adhered to;
• As required, visit worksites and conduct thorough analyses of customer requirements;
• Review construction project plans, requirements, drawings, and specifications;
• Perform conceptual cost estimates early in project engagement;
• Manage drawing distribution to prospective suppliers and subcontractors to obtain bids;
• Ensure all estimates are accurate and have considered all risk factors with thorough contingency planning and quantification;
• Obtain labor rates, taxes, and insurance requirements, as needed for estimate development;
• Perform accurate quantity surveys for all types of construction systems and materials;
• Prepare quantity take-offs and cost estimates through all stages of design;
• Participate in client and third party reconciliations;
• Analyze and identify the scope of work from existing conditions, plans, and specifications through all phases of design and construction;
• Identify gaps in the scope of work materials provided and develop clarifying questions and lists of exclusions;
• Review designs and specifications for cost-effectiveness and suggest appropriate alternatives;
• Identify and input new or revised data into estimating databases to maintain accuracy;
• Prepare the labor, materials, equipment, and subcontract components of customer estimates and proposals;
• As a lead estimator, present business proposals alongside the Business Developer and/or Territory Manager when required;
• Provide estimating support during construction activities when required;
• Establish and build relationships with engineering consultants, end-user customers, suppliers and operations;
• Track estimates presented to customers within the pipeline;
• Other duties as required.

Requirements / Certifications

• Post-secondary degree in engineering, construction management, related area of study, or equivalent work experience;
• At least three (3) years leading mechanical and/or refrigeration estimators in a similar environment;
• Experience in Commercial and Industrial businesses;
• Computer literacy with intermediate to expert knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 Suite;
• Intermediate to expert knowledge of On-Screen Takeoff softwares and platforms (such as Trimble);
• Valid & clean Class 5 Drivers License;
• Excellent comprehension and command of the English language; (written & verbal);
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and time management skills; and
• Demonstrated ability to positively oversee a team using excellent listening skills and empathy

Desired Requirements/Certifications

• Experience in Commercial, Institutional, and Industrial Refrigeration;
• Process or Mechanical Engineering experience is an asset;
• Experience in project management and change management;
• PQS Designation (Quantity Surveyor).

Perks of Working with Gateway

• Extended Health Care
• Dental
• RRSP Matching
• Life Insurance
• Health Care Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation Time
• Competitive Salary
• Safe Work Culture
• Hybrid Work Schedule
• Great Team Environment

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