CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATOR-Brampton, ON

Client is a progressive miscellaneous metal and structural steel fabricator specializing in the High-Rise Residential market.

Reporting to the Vice President of Sales, the Construction Estimator will be responsible for preparing high quality professional quotations and estimates for multi-unit/commercial projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in the construction industry, have excellent organizational skills, be detail oriented and a great communicator. You are entrepreneurial at heart, and an innovative, creative team player who leads by example in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Background in estimation of structural steel and miscellaneous metals is required.

• Prepare estimates of probable costs of materials, labor and equipment, and subcontracts for projects based on contract bids, quotations, schematic drawings and specifications
• Liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, design, production, and installation on all changes and adjustments to cost estimate
• Advise on tendering procedures, examine and analyze tenders, recommend tender awards and conduct negotiations
• Prepare, maintain, and coordinate a directory of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors
• Set up cost monitoring and reporting systems and procedures
• Maintain and monitor schedules to ensure on-time, high-quality installations
• Attend site meetings as needed
• Assist in monitoring construction conformity and compliance with plans, specifications, and codes
• Prepare cost and expenditure statements and forecasts at regular intervals for the duration of a project
• Participates in various departmental and interdepartmental meetings or training as required

REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong business and financial acumen; including strong business communication skills, both written and oral
• High-energy, detail-oriented, results-driven, self-motivated individual
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Reliability, integrity, passion and in-person presentation skills with a strong ability to establish relationships and close deals
• Exceptional, industry leading, customer service skills with a proven strength in exceeding client expectations and an ability to identify best product and fit for client needs
• Excellent planning, coordination, and scheduling skills
• 5+ years' experience in Estimating coordinating multiple projects; experience in the construction industry and tendering process is strongly preferred
• University degree in Architecture, Building Science or, College diploma related to construction, building envelopes or similar, is considered an asset
• A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle an asset
• Familiarity and/or experience with various computer software and technical systems by way of obtaining product quotes and managing customer information
• Previous experience in Installation considered an asset
• Intermediate level (or better) in AutoCAD and Microsoft Excel required; experience with other drafting and estimating programs are an asset