Senior Estimator - Mechanical/plumbing

True Mechanical is looking to hire a Senior Estimator who specializes in Mechanical/Plumbing for Commercial/Institutional/Residential Projects.

Why True Mechanical?

True Mechanical is the largest and most rapidly growing mechanical contractor in Western Canada. We specialize in designing and installing commercial, institutional, and residential mechanical systems in new developments in Metro Vancouver, the Fraser Valley, and the BC Interior. We are committed to using the latest technology and industry developments to develop a better product. We recognize the benefits of virtual construction and lean manufacturing principles to improve installation processes, and we aim to uphold collaborative building practices on all our projects.

Compensation and Benefits:

• We are proud to provide competitive and comprehensive compensation to our team.
• 100% employer-paid extended health care, training allowances, and employee perks.
• We believe compensation should come in more forms than a pay-check: team-bonding events, company merch, employee appreciation lunches, bi-annual industry events, sports games, and leadership & development training.

At True Mechanical, our company culture is the foundation of our success.

We invest in our team. To us, competitive wages and comprehensive benefits are the bare minimum. Alongside extended health and dental care, RRSP contributions, and team-building activities, we believe compensation should exist in more ways than a pay cheque. We prioritize employee development through individualized training allowances, performance reviews & goal-setting, mileage reimbursements, and much more.

We want you to advance in your career. Work hard, and we will work with you to develop your desired career path.

We founded our company with the goal of doing construction differently. Our site culture is equivalent to the systems we install: innovative, creative, and collaborative. Sound like you? Apply now to find more like-minded people like you!

Our top benefits include the following:

• Dental - 100% coverage on basic services
• Prescription Drug coverage
• Mental health support, including Registered Clinical Counsellors, Psychologists, Clinical Counsellors, Psychoanalysts, Social Workers, and Psychotherapist
• Massage therapists
• Speech therapists
• Physiotherapists
• Naturopaths
• Acupuncturists
• Chiropractors
• Podiatrists or chiropodists
• Emergency Travel Assistance

RRSP Savings plan:

• We contribute 3% of your wage to the company RRSP. The company's maximum contribution per year is $3,000.

As a full-time employee, you participate in the following programs through a monthly payroll deduction. You are eligible for these benefits as long as you are employed with us.

• Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Life insurance up to $350,000 up to age 65, then up to $175,000 up to age 70.
  Life insurance for your spouse $10,000 and $5,000 for each child up to your 70th birthday.
• Short-Term Disability up to $700 per week for a maximum of 26 weeks
• Long-Term Disability up to $6,000 per month up to age 65

The ideal candidate is curious, motivated, and has outstanding attention to detail. This person should be a critical thinker, a self-starter, and should possess the ability to complete personal tasks without supervision.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS:

• A combination of education and trade-work experience will also be considered.
• A minimum of 5+ years of experience in mechanical estimating
• Emotional intelligence & good stress management, maintain the ability to work under pressure
• Excellence in written and oral communication
• Capable of reading and understanding mechanical drawings
• Able to do both mechanical and plumbing take-off
• Time management & the ability to adhere to deadlines
• Knowledge of BC Building Code and ASHRAE Standards
• Maintains the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks
• Reading front-end documents, including instructions to bidders to determine closing dates, tendering or RFQ procedures, etc.
• Solicit subcontractor and vendor pricing specific to tenders
• Keep current with technology in the mechanical contracting industry to ensure that all estimates include the most up-to-date construction methods, materials, processes
• Recommend alternates and cost-saving solutions when called on.
• Participate in site review, tender review, tender hand-off, and project closeout.
• Keep a current directory of suppliers, contractors, and subcontractors
• Travel to various sites when required for site walks.

CANDIDATE TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

• AutoBid Mechanical
• Planswift
• BlueBeam
• Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook)