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Estimator

3 months ago

Dawson Creek, Canada Dawson Co-op Union Full time
The Estimator will be responsible for the accurate, timely preparation of full-cost estimates for projects, including materials and delivery.

This position will be tasked with preparing and maintaining a list of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors, and establishing unit costs, delivery rates, productivity factors and location impacts.


Reporting to the Lumber Desk Supervisor, responsibilities for this position include the following:

  • Come to work with a positive and professional approach and attitude
  • Provide exceptional customer service to all clientele
  • Prepare and/or coordinate the preparation of full cost estimates on conceptual, designbuild or general tender work
  • Prepare materials, and delivery cost estimations necessary to successfully carry out a construction project according to proposals, plans, estimates and specifications
  • Provide information, assistance and service to customers in a manner which will promote the sale of merchandise and meet or exceed customers' requirements and expectations
  • Provide estimates for customers building projects and actively work to sell merchandise from these estimates
  • Maintain files of working documents as backup for estimate figures, including current (accurate) information on prices from suppliers through direct contact, sales brochures, price lists, etc.
  • Prepare and maintain a list of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors.
  • Advise on proposal procedures to follow
  • Study and analyze proposals received
  • Recommend/reject proposals and negotiate contracts
  • Establish unit costs, productivity factors and location impacts
  • Evaluate and recommend allowances for indirect costs, design unknowns, escalation and contingency
  • Present estimates and conduct review meetings with clients
  • Participate and coordinate company risk and opportunity evaluation with clients
  • Review proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate
  • Prepare estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work.
  • Maintain files of working documents as backup for estimate figures, including current (accurate) information on prices from suppliers through direct contact, sales brochures, price lists, etc.
  • Support other department personnel as required which may include preparing estimates for other discipline
  • Review design options and recommend best solution based on cost, engineering quality, or availability of materials
  • Effectively determine the bid strategies required for the company to be successful
  • Assist corporate and project management teams to determine what types of projects to bid on
  • Review all final estimate packages to ensure accuracy and completeness, prior to formal quotation.
  • Participate in presentations to management and clients. May be responsible for "closing the sale"
  • Provide technical assistance in negotiating contracts, change orders, etc. as required
  • May assist in the preparation of studies, materials and methods, recommendations, and cost estimates as required
  • Adhere to all Dawson Cooperative Union policies and procedures
  • Adhere to all Dawson Cooperative Union health and safety standards, per the Health and Safety manual
  • Plan for self development and take initiative to improve own knowledge, skills and abilities
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • High school diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent.
  • Postsecondary degree or diploma in construction/engineering degree, or an appropriate field considered an asset.
  • 12 years of experience in cost estimation considered and asset.
  • Ability to read and interpret building specifications, blueprints and asbuilds.
  • Mathematical skills and analytical skills necessary to do material and labor estimates.
  • Mathematical skills and analytical skills necessary to interpret job cost reports.
  • Ability to use costestimating software to prepare cost quotes and bids.
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (excel, word, etc.)
  • Effective verbal and listening communications skills.
  • Time management skills.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license.
  • Proactive in ensuring job knowledge is current.
  • Respect diversity treat others with respect.
  • Strong working mechanical knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
  • Ability to readily determine the correct tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  • Knowledge of safe operation of basic hand and power tools.
  • Client service and public interaction skills.
  • Ability to work in a team environment with a minimum of supervision.
  • Collaborative in dealing with customers and fellow employees.
  • Customer focused respond promptly to customer needs.
  • Establish and maintain effective relationships with customers.
  • Receptive to change can adapt to changing circumstances.
  • Knowledge of relevant Building Code requirements and other specifications
  • Ability to read and understand blueprints
  • Positive and results oriented attitude; to