Company: Black & McDonald

Location: Scarborough, ON

Job description: ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITYBlack & McDonald is actively seeking a Utility Estimator to join our Southern Ontario Utilities team. The successful candidate will lead the team’s analysis of cost estimates and preparation of electrical/civil work take-offs on utility projects. They will provide technical support to project operations, with emphasis on electrical estimating, reporting and monitoring progress, planning, scheduling, and handling project change.Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Prepares electrical/civil work take-offs and estimates on utility projects including costs of materials, labour and equipment required for projects based on contract bids, quotations, schematic drawings and specifications
• Advises on tendering procedures; examines and analyzes tenders, recommends tender awards and conducts negotiations
• Establishes and maintains tendering process, sets up cost monitoring, reporting systems and procedures
• Initiate price packages with suppliers, subcontractors, owners, designers and architects regarding tenders
• Participates in site meetings, tender review, tender hand-off, and project closing, as required
• Liaises, consults and communicates with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors, and prepares economic evaluation on changes and adjustments to cost estimates
• Assist in material and equipment purchasing for secured key projects
• Other duties as assigned

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• Communicates Effectively
• Customer Focus
• Holds Self and Others Accountable
• Thorough and detail oriented
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Values and Respects Others
• Creative yet analytical by nature

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTSDegree or Diploma in:

• Construction Engineering Technology
• Construction Management
• Electrical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Electrical trade school

The following certifications/designations are considered an asset

• Electrical/Civil trades background
• Gold Seal Certified (GSC)
• Professional Quantity Surveyor (PQS)
• Project Management Professional (PMP)

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 5+ years’ estimating experience on utility construction (substation) projects
• Experience estimating underground utilities an asset
• Experience in renewable construction projects (e.g. wind, solar, EV battery storage)
• Experience in electrical equipment buildings (e.g. switchgears, relays)

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTSProficient user of:

• MS Office (Word, Excel, Project)
• Accubid, Bid2Win or any similar bidding software

Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities.
Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.
Black & McDonald is looking for a Utility Estimator to join their team in Southern Ontario. The role involves analyzing cost estimates and preparing electrical/civil work take-offs for utility projects. The Estimator will also provide technical support, handle project change, and work closely with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a degree or diploma in Construction Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering, or related field, along with 5+ years of estimating experience in utility construction projects. Knowledge of MS Office and bidding software is required. Certifications like GSC, PQS, or PMP are considered assets. Black & McDonald is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals with disabilities. Accommodations are available for candidates throughout the recruitment process.
Job Description:

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Medical Office Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for a variety of administrative tasks to support the medical office and ensure smooth and efficient operations. Some of the responsibilities include scheduling appointments, answering phone calls, and maintaining medical records. The ideal candidate will have strong communication and organizational skills, as well as the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. If you are a team player with a passion for helping others, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team and make a difference in the lives of our patients.

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Job date: Wed, 13 Mar 2024 08:48:51 GMT