Estimator - Toronto, ON

4 weeks ago

Toronto ON, Canada Penhall Company Full time

The Graff Company ULC

The Graff Company ULC is a leading service provider in the construction service industry and is seeking an exceptional Estimator to join our team. We are looking for an Estimator that will prepare portions of contract proposal estimates, including the determination of applicable project plans and specifications under minimum supervision when estimating items in own discipline. The successful candidate will be a determined self-starter who is highly outgoing, expected to be socially-poised when interacting with clients, must have the ability to work independently and be eager to execute a high volume of personal client interactions.

SPECIFIC ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:
  1. Meet with client management, staff, and supervisory personnel to explain character, policies, skills, resources, and capabilities of the company.
  2. Obtain new work for assigned area of responsibility by establishing and maintaining effective contact with potential buyers of construction services.
  3. Notify management of bid opportunities and approximate timing for company proposal and bid opportunity & submittals.
  4. Develop and identify prospects from current clients, referral leads, and other sources. May lead/participate in presentations to new clients.
  5. Establish and maintain effective contact with clients. Must understand the sales process and be able to close sales in coordination with sales and management personnel.
  6. Review proposal specifications, drawings, attend pre-bid meetings, etc. to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.
  7. Determine client needs and evaluate company resources and capabilities in light of those needs.
  8. Maintain files of working documents as back-up for estimate figures, including current (accurate) information on prices from suppliers through direct contact, sales brochures, price lists, etc.
  9. Review and incorporate historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc. into unit and man-hour figures.
  10. Support other department personnel as required may include preparing estimates in other disciplines.
  11. May review options and recommend the best solution based on cost, engineering quality, or availability of materials.
  12. Prepare complete estimate for selected project with detailed review of proposal specifications, drawings, takeoff information, contracting, and the like.
  13. Provide input and feedback on issues relevant to customers, work in progress, marketing initiative and sales assistance, follow up on Job sites and perform Job site Analysis (JSO).
  14. Follow awarded contracts as assigned - may include estimating extra work items, change orders, credits; procuring material, etc.
  15. May assist in the development and implementation of the Strategic Business Plan, department sales objectives, and individual sales plans.
  16. Plan and attend industry trade and convention shows when requested.
  17. Perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction (technology, equipment, methods); craft agreements, jurisdiction, negotiations; engineering, estimating, schedules and safety required. Minimum 5 years of construction experience. 4-year engineering degree or equivalent combinations technical training and/or experience. 2-5 years estimating, controls and/or engineering experience related to similar construction disciplines. Advanced knowledge of assigned discipline, estimating techniques and cost control, plus ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems essential. Ability to conceptualize the project schedule from project start through completion, including sequence/phasing of work. Excellent communication, organizational and supervisory skills essential. Computer/Office Machines - Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook. English - proficient in business writing and verbal communication. Valid driver's license and acceptable motor vehicle record required when duties require use of a motor vehicle. Ability to pass pre-employment and random screening for illegal substances.

The Company Offers:

An excellent compensation package for our staff. Base salary plus bonus. Benefits.

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