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About the Role
Reporting to the Regional Manager, this position offers the successful candidate a unique opportunity to apply their costing and estimating skills on a diverse range of project scopes in a rapidly growing organization, while playing a key role in supporting team deliverables as the business expands and continues to outpace and outperform in the industry. The estimator will have the opportunity to engage with a wide variety of stakeholders daily, including liaising with clients, and collaborating with internal team members.
Responsibilities
- Take ownership for efficiently leading the entire completion of complex bid processes
- Interpret client contracts and analyze complex drawings and specifications including architectural, mechanical, and electrical drawings
- Assemble accurate, well-organized estimates on time following proper processes and procedures with materials and equipment required for job completion
- Support databases including labour rates, material pricing, and project costs
- Distribute sub-trade quotes to personnel
- Coordinate with project managers, operations, as well as other project team members to resolve any technical issues throughout the planning and development, negotiation, and execution of contracts
- Continue to monitor project success throughout, noting potential challenges
- Flag areas of concern and coordinate with management to accommodate any risk within the bid price
- Build relationships with sub-trades and clients for future opportunities
- Scheduling and attending job showings, site visits, and client meetings as required
- Participate in presentation of estimates/proposals to senior management
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Proven experience (2-3 years) in estimating or a related field within the construction industry.
- Estimating experience in the construction sector is considered an asset.
- Experience within the fireproofing industry is considered an asset.
- Proficient ability to understand tender specifications and documentation to prepare estimates that properly reflect scope of work.
- Experience with different estimation software is considered an asset.
- Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks and re-prioritize as necessary.
- Strong analytical, problem solving, and time management.
- Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
- Professional manner and excellent communication interpersonal skills to bridge gaps and build relationships with various internal and external stakeholders.
- Proficient English-language skills, French bilingualism considered an asset.
- Valid driver’s license
- Valid Canadian residency and/or work permit
- Mainly an office position with extended periods of sitting.
- Site visits requiring standing/walking with use of required personal protective equipment.
Skills
- Estimating
- Costing
- Construction industry
- Fireproofing industry
- Estimation software
- Analytical skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Time management
- Teamwork
- Independent work
- Communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- English language proficiency
- French bilingualism
Location
- In person
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 2-3 years
Salary/Compensations
- $70,000.00 - $80,000.00
Benefits
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
About the Company
- Donalco Inc. is a recognized leader in fireproofing and firestopping solutions, serving the industrial, commercial, and institutional construction sectors across Ontario.
- Since 1966, we have built our reputation on delivering high-quality passive fire protection systems that enhance the safety and performance of buildings.
- Our expertise includes spray-applied fireproofing, intumescent fireproofing, firestopping systems, and specialty coating applications, with the experience and resources to successfully execute projects of every size.
Equal Opportunity
- Inflector is an equal opportunity employer.
- We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
- We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.
- If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please inform us, and we will make every effort to meet your needs.