The Estimator will prepare bids for various construction projects located across Canada by working closely with the Senior Estimator, Outside and Inside Sales Reps.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Review of drawing sets, floor plans, specifications, floor finish schedules for all scopes of work,
Quickly identify and determine which Project RFQ’s fit company core services and are worth chasing.
Collaborate with other departments to obtain material quotes and delivery schedules,
Accurate Preparation of project budgets, including all labour, materials, equipment, sundries, travel costs, rentals etc.
Preparation of thorough, accurate and timely material takeoffs on drawings / plans (quantity survey),
Keep current all project files / documents / records
Maintain a detailed log of all calls, emails, and contacts with clients in the company's CRM System.
Assist in the preparation of bid documents, including rate and unit cost determination.
Develop clear written proposals and correspondence,
Develop positive working relationships with General Contractor Estimators. Proactively utilizes client contact time for business development and lead generation.
Accumulates, evaluates, and documents historical cost data and construction procedures and methods.
Communicate to operations details of project at time of award.
You may need to attend site visits or turn in bid proposals.
Some travel may be required.
Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data,
Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; participates in meetings,
Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality;
Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; sets goals and objectives.

CORE COMPETENCIES:
Collaboration – ability to collaborate with team members within a department during the bid process
Customer Centric and ability to foster relationships with key clients
Ability to juggle and prioritize 30–50 projects at any given time
Commitment to Excellence - Identifies what needs to be accomplished and takes action to achieve a standard of excellence beyond job expectations,
Corporate Values - Understands, embraces, and integrates company values into everyday duties and responsibilities
Customer Service – customer-centric attitude focused on looking after customer needs

1. 5+ Years of Estimator experience.
2. Work experience with major union general contractors.
3. Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office experience.
4. Construction background, in a union environment ideally.
5. Someone willing to work fully in-person. This is not a remote job.
6. Experience in the concrete industry would be a bonus!

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