Senior Electrical Estimator ⚡🔍💼 (Trimble Accubid Mastery | Large-Scale Projects | Remote)

Goodwork is recruiting for a Canadian-based electrical services company.

What makes this opportunity interesting?

• 🏢 Join a reputable Canadian company with 25+ years of excellence in electrical services
• ⚡ Lead strategic bidding decisions on high-value projects ranging from $1M to $10M
• 🛠️ Apply your expert-level Trimble Accubid skills in a growing company that values precision and expertise
  

About the Company

We’re a Canadian electrical solutions company servicing commercial, industrial, and institutional businesses in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). Our mission: to proactively prevent power failures and provide reliable, high-quality electrical solutions for our clients.

We offer a complete range of electrical solutions and 24/7 emergency response services to ensure our clients have power, always. Our attention to detail, reliability, and commitment to safety have earned us a strong reputation in complex electrical projects.

Our customers span across diverse sectors, including industrial facilities, commercial enterprises, and institutions like colleges and universities. We excel in helping our clients improve workflow efficiency through reliable electrical services.

With over 25 years in the electrical industry, we've established ourselves as a leader in the field. In 2023, we received the "Best of Concord, Ontario" award and secured a prestigious service contract with His Majesty the King. We're on an exciting growth trajectory, targeting a 40% revenue increase in 2025.

OUR COMPANY VALUES

• 📈 Growth-Oriented:

  Always looking for ways to improve and exceed targets.

• 🤝 Loyal & Dependable:

  Takes ownership of tasks and follows through on commitments.

• 🧠 Work Smart & Get It Done:

  Focuses on efficiency and results.

• 😊 Be Personable:

  Builds strong relationships and communicates effectively.

We're a team of 39 (soon to be 40 👋🏾) teammates. While we primarily operate from our office near Toronto, we're excited to expand our remote team – you'll be our fifth remote teammate. Our culture is close-knit with a 'work family' feel, combining high professional standards with an easy-going atmosphere.

About the Role

Senior Electrical Estimator

In this role, you'll perform detailed electrical takeoffs using expert-level Trimble Accubid skills, transforming tenders into precise estimates with speed and efficiency. You'll manage 2-3 quotes simultaneously, with timelines varying from three days for smaller projects to two weeks for larger ones.

This position requires someone who delivers on time and communicates effectively. Accubid expertise is non-negotiable – your mastery of this essential tool will help lead our estimating efforts and contribute directly to our ambitious 40% growth target for 2025 by maximizing our bid-win ratio in the commercial and industrial electrical services market.

Our IDEAL CANDIDATE

Your performance will be measured by the accuracy and timeliness of estimates, organizational skills, communication speed and clarity, and proficiency with estimating software.

You’ll collaborate closely with the Sales & Marketing, Project Management, and Finance teams. You’ll also maintain frequent communication with suppliers and general contractors. This position reports directly to the Director of Projects and the Owner.

You’ll be doing things like:

• Strategic Bid Analysis:

  Reviewing tender emails with leadership; evaluating project feasibility based on profitability; making decisions on high-value projects ($1M-$10M); determining which jobs to pursue to meet growth objectives; identifying opportunities that maximize bid-win ratios

• Accubid Mastery & Application:

  Performing electrical takeoffs with expert-level Trimble Accubid’s skills; utilizing advanced Accubid functionalities with speed and efficiency; maintaining current material costs in the software; leveraging Accubid’s full capabilities for competitive estimating; demonstrating non-negotiable expertise in all functions

• Comprehensive Electrical Estimation:

  Preparing detailed estimates for large-scale projects; analyzing drawings and specifications to quantify all components; incorporating risk assessments and contingencies; managing 2-3 concurrent quotes with varying timelines; ensuring accuracy for projects valued $1M-$10M

• Vendor & Supplier Coordination:

  Obtaining and verifying supplier pricing; negotiating competitive rates; ensuring quotes match takeoff details; handling queries about project changes; building strategic relationships with key industry partners

• Documentation & Client Communication:

  Creating professional lead letters and bid packages; preparing analytical reports; collaborating with leadership for final review; responding promptly to inquiries; representing the company effectively in all communications

• Project Transition & Process Improvement:

  Reviewing awarded contracts against estimates; facilitating smooth handovers to Project Management; participating in estimation meetings; contributing to process refinements; supporting growth through strategic bidding decisions

Skills & Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in roles like Electrical Estimator, Project Coordinator, Engineer, or Licensed Electrician
• Expert-level proficiency in Trimble Accubid software (non-negotiable)
• Demonstrated success estimating commercial/industrial projects valued $1M-$10M
• Proficient at interpreting complex electrical drawings and specifications
• Capability to manage multiple concurrent quotes with varying timelines
• Strong mathematical aptitude for precise estimation calculations
• Strategic decision-making to evaluate project feasibility and profitability
• Excellent communication skills for effective client and vendor relations
• Efficiency under pressure while maintaining high accuracy standards
• Proactive planning approach to meet deadlines and manage dependencies

Bonus if you also have:

• Advanced understanding of electrical systems and industry standards
• Formal electrical certification or licensure
• Estimation department leadership experience
• Large-scale industrial/institutional project background
• Familiarity with our other tools: Microsoft Office, Teams, Adobe Acrobat, Dropbox, BuildOps, Quickbooks, OpenPhone

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Benefits of working with us:

• 🚀 Work directly with a growing, forward-thinking Canadian company
• 🏡 Remote work flexibility
• 🏆 Join an incredibly talented team
• 🧘🏾‍♀️ Work-life balance: 8 hours a day, 5 days a week
• 💰 Competitive compensation package
• 💻 Remote-first company culture
• 🧠 Lots of learning & growth opportunities
• ⚡ Be part of an established industry leader with ambitious growth plans
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family feel
• 🔋 Trust-based culture

Not sure you meet all the requirements? Apply anyway! We value diverse experiences and hire for potential.

If you don't hear back within 4 weeks, assume you weren't selected, but Goodwork may still reach out about other remote roles.

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