Top Benefits
About the role
Roberts Onsite’s Mechanical division is searching for an analytical and collaborative professional that can contribute strong estimating skills to our team. The Mechanical Estimator position is located at our head office in Kitchener, Ontario and reports directly to the Mechanical Manager.
A Little About You You possess the ability to meticulously analyze project requirements and specifications using your trade and technical knowledge, while strategically identifying process and cost improvements that lead to strong, successful bids. You have superb organizational and time management skills that ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery of estimates. Your excellent communication skills foster effective collaboration with clients, subcontractors, and team members, ensuring clear understanding and connection throughout the estimation process.
The Role And Essential Job Functions
- Prepare estimates of materials, labour, equipment and sub-trades costs for construction projects based on contract bid documents, quotations, schematic drawings and specifications;
- Review and advise on project tendering procedures, examine and analyze tender documents and recommend tender awards to suppliers and sub-trades;
- Participate in site review, tender review and tender hand-off;
- Prepare and maintain a directory of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors;
- Liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors, subcontractors and suppliers;
- Work with our in house trade groups on multi-trade estimates;
- Act with the best interest of Roberts Onsite at all times;
- Other duties as assigned.
Education And Experience Requirements
- Minimum of three years’ experience in estimating-related duties, preferably on, Industrial, Commercial or Institutional projects;
- Education to include certification in mechanical estimating, construction program or equivalent combination of technical training and/or related experience;
- Knowledge and understanding of estimate closing procedures, mechanical design interpretation, and construction processes including other trades and civil construction.
Software
- Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Project) and Bluebeam;
- Accubid or Autobid estimating software an asset, but will train;
- AutoCAD, Revit, or Navisworks an asset.
Why Roberts Onsite Is For You
- Competitive compensation package based on experience
- Paid vacation
- Dental, health and vision benefits package
- Group RRSP eligibility
- A team that encourages and supports professional development
- Opportunities to explore new industries and learn new skills
- Challenging and rewarding work
- A large company with the culture of a small company – a small management team and a horizontal organizational structure that encourages involvement from all staff members
- Annual employee survey response showed 96% positive feedback about our working environment
The Team You Will Be a Part Of Roberts Onsite is one of Ontario’s largest multi-trade contractors providing high-quality construction services, and turn-key solutions for industrial, commercial, and institutional clients across Southern Ontario. For over 85 years we have been delivering electrical, mechanical, millwrighting, and rigging expertise for all types of building services, and process machinery installations.
Roberts Onsite is an equal opportunity employer that fosters an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment. Please notify us if you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process. We thank all applicants for their interest in Roberts Onsite; however, only chosen applicants will be contacted. We regret that we are unable to respond to individual inquiries about application status.
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About Roberts Onsite Inc.
Roberts Onsite is one of the largest, most respected multi-trade contractors in Ontario. Since 1938, we have met the needs of a broad range of markets and industries.
Our workforce consists of several hundred of the most talented and experienced skilled trades people in the industry, supported by a professional team of project managers, estimators and administrative staff.
We have integrated our trades and services under one name, allowing us to simplify and focus our efforts on three distinct areas: Process, Building and Energy. From pre-qualifying through to completion, Roberts Onsite provides planning, budgeting, safety coordination, project management, multi-trade construction and maintenance support--all the trades and services you need to meet the requirements and specifications of your process-driven, building-related or energy installation project.
We operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Our priority is your project safely completed on time - at Roberts Onsite, the safety of our workers is our first priority and is essential to our success.
Top Benefits
About the role
Roberts Onsite’s Mechanical division is searching for an analytical and collaborative professional that can contribute strong estimating skills to our team. The Mechanical Estimator position is located at our head office in Kitchener, Ontario and reports directly to the Mechanical Manager.
A Little About You You possess the ability to meticulously analyze project requirements and specifications using your trade and technical knowledge, while strategically identifying process and cost improvements that lead to strong, successful bids. You have superb organizational and time management skills that ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery of estimates. Your excellent communication skills foster effective collaboration with clients, subcontractors, and team members, ensuring clear understanding and connection throughout the estimation process.
The Role And Essential Job Functions
- Prepare estimates of materials, labour, equipment and sub-trades costs for construction projects based on contract bid documents, quotations, schematic drawings and specifications;
- Review and advise on project tendering procedures, examine and analyze tender documents and recommend tender awards to suppliers and sub-trades;
- Participate in site review, tender review and tender hand-off;
- Prepare and maintain a directory of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors;
- Liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors, subcontractors and suppliers;
- Work with our in house trade groups on multi-trade estimates;
- Act with the best interest of Roberts Onsite at all times;
- Other duties as assigned.
Education And Experience Requirements
- Minimum of three years’ experience in estimating-related duties, preferably on, Industrial, Commercial or Institutional projects;
- Education to include certification in mechanical estimating, construction program or equivalent combination of technical training and/or related experience;
- Knowledge and understanding of estimate closing procedures, mechanical design interpretation, and construction processes including other trades and civil construction.
Software
- Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Project) and Bluebeam;
- Accubid or Autobid estimating software an asset, but will train;
- AutoCAD, Revit, or Navisworks an asset.
Why Roberts Onsite Is For You
- Competitive compensation package based on experience
- Paid vacation
- Dental, health and vision benefits package
- Group RRSP eligibility
- A team that encourages and supports professional development
- Opportunities to explore new industries and learn new skills
- Challenging and rewarding work
- A large company with the culture of a small company – a small management team and a horizontal organizational structure that encourages involvement from all staff members
- Annual employee survey response showed 96% positive feedback about our working environment
The Team You Will Be a Part Of Roberts Onsite is one of Ontario’s largest multi-trade contractors providing high-quality construction services, and turn-key solutions for industrial, commercial, and institutional clients across Southern Ontario. For over 85 years we have been delivering electrical, mechanical, millwrighting, and rigging expertise for all types of building services, and process machinery installations.
Roberts Onsite is an equal opportunity employer that fosters an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment. Please notify us if you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process. We thank all applicants for their interest in Roberts Onsite; however, only chosen applicants will be contacted. We regret that we are unable to respond to individual inquiries about application status.
,
About Roberts Onsite Inc.
Roberts Onsite is one of the largest, most respected multi-trade contractors in Ontario. Since 1938, we have met the needs of a broad range of markets and industries.
Our workforce consists of several hundred of the most talented and experienced skilled trades people in the industry, supported by a professional team of project managers, estimators and administrative staff.
We have integrated our trades and services under one name, allowing us to simplify and focus our efforts on three distinct areas: Process, Building and Energy. From pre-qualifying through to completion, Roberts Onsite provides planning, budgeting, safety coordination, project management, multi-trade construction and maintenance support--all the trades and services you need to meet the requirements and specifications of your process-driven, building-related or energy installation project.
We operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Our priority is your project safely completed on time - at Roberts Onsite, the safety of our workers is our first priority and is essential to our success.