Commercial Estimator
Build smarter. Bid sharper. Win more.

We’re growing—and we’re looking for a sharp, driven Commercial Estimator who knows how to turn drawings into winning bids.

If you thrive on precision, enjoy collaborating with a strong team, and take pride in building competitive, well-structured estimates, this is your opportunity to step into a role where your impact is immediate and visible.

What You’ll Do

As a key part of our project team, you’ll partner closely with Project Managers to develop accurate, strategic, and competitive estimates across a range of commercial and industrial design-build projects.

Your day-to-day will include:

• Reviewing drawings, specifications, and contract documents to define project scope
• Performing detailed quantity take-offs across all trades
• Building comprehensive estimates including labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, overhead, and risk
• Preparing professional bid submissions, proposals, and cost breakdowns
• Coordinating with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing
• Attending site visits, pre-bid meetings, and walkthroughs to validate scope and conditions
• Maintaining organized estimate records, pricing databases, and historical cost data
• Supporting bid strategy alongside Project Managers to maximize win potential
• Continuously improving estimating accuracy, efficiency, and processes

What You Bring

• Solid working knowledge across multiple trades (HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, Flooring, etc.)
• 3+ years of experience in mechanical construction, estimating, or project coordination
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical specifications
• High attention to detail with a strong analytical mindset
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• A proactive, solutions-focused attitude and strong work ethic

Bonus points if you have:

• Experience with commercial kitchens or food equipment projects
• A strong network of subcontractors and suppliers

What You’ll Get

• A collaborative, supportive team environment
• Exposure to diverse and challenging commercial projects
• Opportunity to directly influence project success and company growth
• A fast-paced role where no two days are the same

Working Conditions

• Primarily office-based with regular site visits
• Dynamic environment with multiple concurrent projects and deadlines

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license
• Post-secondary education, trade certification, or equivalent experience

If you’re ready to take ownership of your work, sharpen your estimating skills, and be part of a team that values precision and performance—we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us build what’s next.

About Paramount Services Ltd.:

Paramount Service Ltd. began as Paramount Restaurant Service Ltd. over 30 years ago. Since then, the company has evolved into a full-service equipment supply and facility maintenance company based from Winnipeg, Manitoba. Our presence is focused in Manitoba but we have strong partnerships spanning coast-to-coast-to-coast across Canada. As part of our full-service commitment throughout the country, we employ refrigeration, HVAC, plumbing, electrical and carpentry journeypersons, and we have over 600 subcontractors at our disposal. Our customer relationships are based on our performance and built on trust. As a result, our customers ask us if we can do more, and we do. From general contracting to minor service calls, landscape and parking lot maintenance, to hot and cold beverage services, equipment sales to preventative maintenance – we do it all.