At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare accurate estimates for mechanical construction and special projects in plumbing and HVAC/R.
- Company: Join a dynamic team focused on innovative mechanical solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative atmosphere with potential for career advancement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by ensuring project success and profitability in exciting special projects.
- Qualifications: Experience in mechanical estimating and strong organizational skills required.
The predicted salary is between 67500 - 82500 $ per year.
The Special Projects Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate, timely, and competitive estimates for small-to-mid-sized mechanical construction and special projects with a focus on tenant retrofit across plumbing and HVAC/R scopes. This role supports the Special Projects team by managing estimate requests, performing detailed takeoffs, coordinating site walks, and working closely with internal teams, suppliers, and external stakeholders to ensure project success and profitability. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple fast-paced estimates simultaneously.
Key Responsibilities
- Receive and manage incoming estimate requests for plumbing and HVAC/R special projects
- Perform accurate material and labour takeoffs from drawings, specifications, site walks, and project documentation
- Prepare detailed and competitive special project quotations based on defined scopes of work
- Attend site walks as required to assess project conditions and confirm scope
- Liaise with building managers, owners, operators, consultants, and General Contractors to assess project requirements and provide quotations
- Request, review, and validate supplier and subcontractor pricing to ensure accuracy and competitiveness
- Maintain up-to-date pricing for commonly used materials and project-specific components
- Review estimates (in progress and completed) with the Director of Service and Special Projects and/or Chief Estimator
- Maintain an Estimate Log tracking ongoing, upcoming, awarded, and completed special project estimates
- Ensure all estimates comply with applicable trade standards, specifications, codes, and company policies
- Communicate awarded projects to the Project Management and/or Coordination team to facilitate execution
- Coordinate with internal project teams to ensure quoted scope, assumptions, and exclusions are clearly understood
- Submit completed and approved quotations to clients in a timely and professional manner
- Review completed projects against original estimates to identify variances and support continuous improvement in estimating accuracy
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, consultants, suppliers, and internal stakeholders
Qualifications & Skills
- Previous estimating experience in mechanical construction or special projects (HVAC, plumbing, electrical)
- Strong understanding of small-to-mid-sized project workflows
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and scopes of work
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
- Proficiency with estimating software, Excel, and job costing systems
- Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and accountability
Mechanical Estimator, Special Projects in Toronto employer: VR Mechanical Solutions Inc.
As a Mechanical Estimator for Special Projects, you will thrive in a dynamic work environment that values precision and collaboration. Our company fosters a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth, offering opportunities to enhance your skills while working on diverse and impactful projects in the mechanical construction sector. Located in a vibrant area, we provide competitive benefits and a supportive team atmosphere that encourages innovation and success.
Contact Details:
VR Mechanical Solutions Inc. Recruitment Team
