Project Manager/Estimator, Electrical

Uptime Industrial is a leading provider of full-service industrial and commercial equipment repair, upgrades, installation and relocation across North America with over 125 years of combined knowledge and experience in the industry. As a service provider, our mission is simple - to keep our clients’ businesses running – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

Our recent growth and continued success stems not only from being highly trained experts in our craft, but also from our most important values integrity and innovation. And these values are a big part of who we are and how we work. Our commitment is to always doing the right thing for the job, the customer and most importantly, for our people and each other. To learn more about Uptime Industrial and the core values that shape the company today, visit https//www.uptimeindustrial.com/about/.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Project Manager/Estimator, Electrical is responsible for driving projects from estimate through to completion. By partnering with internal resources, vendors, and the business development team, the Project Manager/Estimator, Electrical works to understand customer needs and goals, designs industry leading solutions, sources parts and materials, plans the project, and manages site level staff to ensure the execution of each project.

Key responsibilities include

• Assist with training of new and existing employees within team;
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers, consultants, general contractors and end users;
• Cultivate and manage vendor and partner relationships;
• Participate in the recruitment of new team members;
• Act as a company leader, reinforcing best practices and safety policies.
• Liaise directly with customers to better understand their needs;
• Manage and update project performance forecasts;
• Participate in company training related to the job;
• Vendor management and acquisition of necessary materials and equipment;
• Training & Development
• Actively search for new and innovative technologies/solutions to broaden both our clients’ competitive advantage, and our own;
• Review and approve equipment drawings and specifications;
• Consulting, Stakeholder Management, & Communication
• Ensure projects are in compliance with safety plans and regulations.
• Partner with the sales team to prepare accurate proposals;
• Perform risk analysis and contract management responsibilities as required;
• Communicate directly with customers and internal stakeholders to set and manage expectations throughout the project;
• Manage project financial performance;
• Assist customers in finding innovative ways to solve problems that result in improvements or savings in their facilities;
• Assess and report on project cashflows;
• Partner with the accounting team to design appropriate deposit and payment schedules;
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, and work progress reports;
• Other duties as assigned.
• Review and approve estimates produced by Service Managers, Technicians, and Foremen;
• Estimating & Proposals
• Actively contribute to meeting job-specific and company-wide financial targets.
• Review estimates with internal stakeholders and drive quality and cost control throughout the project;
• Communicate with supply chain, sales, marketing, engineering, sub-trades, and finance;
• Project Management
• Review proposal specifications and drawings, and attend pre-bid meetings to determine scope of work and strategy;
• Partner with department leaders, executives and the sales team to continually drive projects to delivery;

The ideal candidate is not only determined to meet customer demands but understands what it really means to be part of a team representing a Company of highly skilled trades. You are eager to be challenged while staying self motivated. You are someone that is very independent and enjoys a flexible schedule. You are always prepared to put your best foot forward no matter how many setbacks you may face. You can demonstrate the ability to exercise sound judgement and possesses a creative problem-solving mindset. You are someone who strives to meet customer needs in an innovative and safe manner. Ultimately, you are eager to work in a challenging team environment and to develop strong working relationships with all levels of the business.

Our Must Haves

• Ability to think on your feet and utilize strong problem-solving capabilities;
• 5+ years experience estimating commercial and industrial projects;
• Proven experience bidding, running, and winning projects;
• Successfully obtained your Red Seal Electrician Certification;
• Experience using Accubid will be considered an asset.

Your Rewards

Our most important offering to anyone that joins the Uptime Industrial team is our culture of innovation, achievement, and ownership. We bring out the best in each other by constantly striving to be world class in all we do. These values are reflected in our Work, our Company, and our People.

At Uptime, we also offer a very competitive compensation structure that supplements your regular income with a robust benefits package

• Registered Retirement Savings Plan A plan that helps you save for your retirement with employer matching.
• Friends and Family Program Early and exclusive access to our newly released projects
• Company Vehicle, Mobile Phone and Laptop
• Professional Development and Education Support
• Medical and Dental Coverage Our industry leading benefits package covers you and your dependents at no cost

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