Senior Project Estimator

Company Overview

Located in Ottawa, Ontario, Central Precast was established in 1956 and began manufacturing precast concrete products for the general construction industry. The product line and manufacturing facility grew to include landscape, utility products, manholes, concrete poles, steps, barriers, and architectural panels.

As the product line expanded, new companies were formed to focus on their specific industries, and The Precast Group was formed. The Precast Group has three manufacturing operations: Central Precast, MCON Products and Utility Structures Inc Our mission is to meet the demands of our customers and employees, under a safe working environment, where service and quality are at the forefront.

Central Precast, a leading manufacturer of precast concrete products and a dealer of landscaping and masonry products in Eastern Ontario, servicing commercial, industrial and residential clients is currently looking for a full-time permanent .

Come join a growing family that values respect and integrity. We are looking for motivated and positive individuals to grow with our team

Overview:

The primary responsibilities of Senior Project Estimator are to perform estimates for precast projects, improve and maintain our customer service, satisfaction, customer interaction and increase sales performance. This position is in a fast-paced work environment. Individuals must be able to work under pressure, unsupervised, while maintaining a great attention to detail.

Detailed Responsibilities:

• Interpret drawings and extract required information.
• Promote sales to existing clients and solicit new clients.
• Work with the company engineering department to ensure projects are processed accordingly.
• Provide technical services to contractors and consultants.
• Deliver technical presentations to consultants and contractors.
• Prepare costing and pricing of materials, labor, time, and equipment for all specialty products.
• Complete tenders and requests for quotations
• Use tender websites to obtain new job information
• Review & evaluate all tender drawings and specifications
• Maintain complete records on all results of tenders and RFQ's
• Close bids and tenders
• Assist in the interpretation of civil drawings and extract required information to allow completion of estimates
• Coordinate, review and discuss the construction drawings and specifications with the Project Manager
• Work with the production department to ensure projects are processed efficiently and correctly
• Provide technical services to contractors, consultants and municipalities
• Review, monitor and tender requirement risks
• Work with outside sales staff to service our clients and firm up orders
• Identify new markets and potential new products
• Ongoing liaison and collaboration with the internal engineering and plant departments.
• Staying up to date on industry trends and the competition
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops
• Demonstrate effective communication (verbal/written)
• Maintaining a high level of employee satisfaction and engagement
• Special projects and other duties as required.
• Planning and organizing
• Attention to detail
• Teamwork and respect co-workers and supervisors
• Provide timely clear communication
• Enthusiastic and dependable
• Achieve high customer satisfaction rating
• High organizational skill
• Adhere to the company's Health and Safety Policies

Qualifications:

• Education Required: College Diploma minimum; preferably a graduate of construction engineering technician, civil engineering technology program.
• Courses in Business Administration would be considered an asset.

Years of Experience:

• Minimum 5-7 years estimating and/or sales experience in a construction or related industry, ideally with exposure to building construction.

Specific Experience:

• Self-starter and energetic with a sense of urgency and competitive nature.
• Solid business acumen with excellent negotiation, problem solving and influential decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to develop and maintain trusted customer relationships.
• Sales experience required.
• Strong computer skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, and PowerPoint.
• A team player with a positive attitude.
• Strong math skills
• Must demonstrate self-assurance and self-confidence in a demanding atmosphere.
• Building construction experience is an asset.
• Willing and able to travel
• Have a valid driver's License and clean driver's abstract.

Competencies:

• Able to work unsupervised, be motivated to complete all tasks on time.
• Always maintain a professional attitude, especially when handling stressful situations
• Always maintain high level of safety
• Exceptional attention to details
• Team player that thrives in a fast paced, high production environment
• Able to communicate, and work well with others in a team environment
• Ability to focus and accurately complete both complex and repetitive tasks
• Willing to work overtime as required.

Own Tools/Equipment:

• Steel-toe safety boots (own)

Compensation Offer:

• Salary commensurate
• Permanent, full-time, Monday-Friday, 44 hours / week
• Onsite/in-Person Ottawa, Ontario

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00-$100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Discounted or free food
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Application question(s):

• Please confirm you have access to reliable transportation to commute to work as public transportation may not always be readily available.
• Do you currently reside in the Ottawa area?
• How many years experience do you have as a project estimator?
• How many years experience do you have within a manufacturing environment?

Work Location: In person