Mechanical Project Manager

ComTrade Ltd. is a family-owned electrical and mechanical contracting company with our head office located in Cambridge, Ontario. Due to our continued growth, we are looking for an experienced Estimator/Project Manager to join our team.

Projects vary from new build and renovation projects in the I.C.I. and Multi-Residential sectors with a primary focus on Institutional, Commercial and Residential projects. Design build experience would be a definite asset.

We pride ourselves on working together as a team. You will be supported by your coworkers and management so that we can all collectively be successful. The successful candidate will be given the opportunity to share your knowledge with the team to grow and develop together.

The candidate should have an eye towards long-term growth within our company.

Job Summary

The Mechanical Project Manager/Estimator will be responsible for the complete life-cycle of the projects. From responding to tenders, bid requests, creating accurate estimates to project completion including budget, timeline, manpower and change order management.

Responsibilities may include:

• Prepare detailed labour and material take-offs for vendors and input using estimating software.
• Submitting and reviewing pricing packages suppliers, distributors & sub-contractors.
• Participating in tender closing activities with duties including: create a lead letter outlining our inclusions / exclusions for a tender, review all bills of material for job closings, assist with the final cost perpetration on closing day and submit our bids to general contractors / clients.
• Communicate with customers and suppliers during the tender period.
• Attend site visits to review site conditions.
• Upon award of contracts, reviewing pricing and assisting with selecting compliant vendors and subcontractors for the purpose of issuing purchase orders, creating a progress draw schedule, applying for a permit, reviewing the project details and estimating with the site supervisor prior to mobilization.
• Pricing change orders as the project progresses using estimating software.
• Billing and invoice preparation and payment assistance when required.
• Ensuring all safety protocols are followed.
• Manage material and manpower for your projects.
• Attend project meetings and site reviews.
• Sales, customer contact, and follow-up after completion of work.
• Employee and customer retention and relationship building.
• Other duties as warranted.
• Being on-call and available 24/7 to service customers
• Attend safety, training, sales, strategy, and other meetings as required.

Recommended Qualifications:

• 10 years of mechanical plumbing industry experience.
• 2 years mechanical plumbing project management/estimating experience.
• Primary focus on commercial and institutional mechanical work.
• Design build and high-rise residential experience will be considered an asset.
• Plumbing 306A License or mechanical engineering background would be an asset.
• Solid understanding of the Ontario Building Code.
• Good relationships with local suppliers.
• Good communication and organizational skills will be essential.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel.
• The ability to read and understand mechanical drawings, building blueprints, and specifications.
• G Driver’s License with a clean driver’s abstract.
• Willingness to learn.
• Be able to work in a fast paced, team environment.
• Be able to manage time well.
• To bring decisive, focused leadership & be results driven.
• To be accountable to yourself and your co-workers.

Compensation:

A competitive wage package, cell phone, laptop and training will be provided. Full benefits and RRSP program are available.

Candidates are invited to submit their resume via email. Only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $100,000.00-$128,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company car
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Experience:

• Project management: 5 years (required)

Language:

• English (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Cambridge, ON N3E 0A4 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Cambridge, ON N3E 0A4: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person