Lead Estimator

11 hours ago

Victoria, Canada COLONIAL COUNTERTOPS LTD. Full time

**Why work for Colonial?**

We take pride in a work environment that’s inclusive, and team oriented.

Colonial offers:

- Extended Health and Benefits package after 3 months of full-time employment
- family and employee assistant programs
- competitive wages
- casual attire
- opportunity for growth within our organization.

Colonial Countertops fosters a safe work environment for each and every employee. We value all our employees and their families.

**Position Summary**

Lead Estimator works in a showroom. It is a senior position within Inside Sales. In addition to regular Customer Service responsibilities, Lead Estimator provides expert estimations on complex jobs and ensures jobs are cost effective. A design background is recommended.

**Job Duties and Responsibilities**
- Interpret the architectural drawings for the office
- Assess the potential financial risks associated on jobs by reviewing material and labour requirements to ensure jobs are cost effective
- Consult with vendors and personnel in other departments to formulate estimates that benefit the company and resolve issues as job progresses
- Receive requests and respond to inquiries from customers
- Provide price and deliver quotations, technical assistance and source material to customers
- Assist customers with surface choices
- Maintain relationships with existing and new customers
- Attract potential customers by answering product and service questions, suggesting information about other products and services
- Take payments, process invoices and adjustments
- Enter orders and help set up install schedule
- Assist in day-to-day administration duties such as: stock entry, transfers, organizing literature and samples in the showroom
- Provide exceptional customer service in a professional manner
- Contribute to team effort and complete other duties as required or assigned.

**Qualifications**
- Minimum grade 12 with preference given to a post secondary education.
- Inside Sales/Customer Service experience
- Ability to read architectural drawings
- Financial background an asset
- Kitchen and Bath Design knowledge an asset
- Professional communication skills both written and spoken
- Strong attention to detail
- Advanced computer skills, ability to learn new programs

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**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $23.00-$26.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

**Experience**:

- Customer Support & Client Services Occupations: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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