Jr. Estimator

About us

Winmar Restoration is a small business in CONSTRUCTION_ENGINEERING in Orangeville, ON. We are collaborative, inclusive, and data-driven.

Our work environment includes:

• Growth opportunities
• Safe work environment
• On-the-job training
• Company perks
• Regular social events

Job description

SUMMARY OF JOB

• To prepare cost estimates for emergency, reconstruction, restoration, construction and environmental, etc. services and to ensure cost-effective measures are followed. To follow up and secure projects, and once secured, to be responsible for the entire communication chain. To ensure that on-site content management is carried out as per protocol.

MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES

• To be responsible for the entire communication chain.
• To update project notes for DASH and XactAnalysis daily.
• To attend projects with customers/clients to begin the above-mentioned process.
• To prepare prelims (scopes, equipment, material, manpower for emergency services) to begin project.
• To work with Insurance companies to ensure proper information is attained and customer information is documented through Contractor Connection instructions on XactAnalysis and/or Conversense; followed up by internal reporting in Client Runner.
• To document proper procedures as listed in Winmar protocols to ensure job costing is tracked accurately.
• To follow up with customers in a timely manner as per WINMAR's policies and procedures.
• To communicate with customers at a 3-day minimum based on the business calendar to provide status updates of their project.
• On all projects (EMR & REB), to manage Trades according to the task which they are appointed.
• To organize Purchase Orders and procure equipment.
• To organize projects according to priority.
• At all times obtain several quotes for best practices.
• To meet weekly for Communication, Accountability, Planning, and Execution (CAPE) reports.
• To maintain milestones in XactAnalysis weekly.
• To ensure Trades, Suppliers, and Vendors follow the terms of conditions set up by their agreement with Winmar.
• To collect Deductibles and have a new Job Authorization (JA) form signed specifically for repairs.
• To complete Gantt charts for projects with more than 2 trades and follow timelines as set out in the Gantt Charts.
• To communicate with customer/client about project progression.
• If a site inspection has been discussed/arranged with an adjuster, all parties are informed via XactAnalysis, Conversense, and DASH.
• To ensure Health & Safety protocols are followed by all individuals.
• To document Cause of Loss (COL) accurately and appropriately (photos and written documentation).
• To obtain a Job Authorization (JA) before starting any work.
• For emergency/water assignments, ensure protocols are being followed (if required).
• To ensure the safety, cleanliness, and quality of workmanship at each site during inspections.
• To review the accuracy of all trade invoices and rectify any discrepancies.
• To follow invoicing procedures as laid out in the Billing Control Form (BCF).
• To obtain Job Completion Form (JC) with a high service recommendation.
• To ensure the Contents Crew/Crew is following WINMAR protocol.
• Any additional tasks as assigned with respect to Estimation and management of projects.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $45,000.00-$50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company car
• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Experience:

• Construction: 5 years (required)
• Project management: 5 years (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• G Diver's license (required)

Work Location: In person