Supreme Steel is currently looking for a motivated and highly efficient individual to join our customer value team in the position of Estimator, at the Acheson location. This position is primarily responsible for all aspects of preparing and completing accurate and timely full-cost estimates and responses to customer requests for budget prices and quotations for projects. The Estimator will work alongside our Business Development team and management to prepare compelling bid proposal packages that address the customers and client’s requirements as part of an overall “bid to win” strategy. This individual will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:
- Reviewing and interpreting bid instructions, project specifications, identifying labour, material and equipment needs and costs
- Preparing thorough and accurate material and labour “take-offs”
- Coordinating, consulting, and communicating with engineers, architects, owners, contractors, and subcontractors as necessary
- Liaise with customers during bid development to ensure bid strategy is aligned with customer expectations
- Reviewing commercial terms (outside of legal contract review) and negotiating appropriate alternatives a necessary
- Supporting Project Managers through provision of assessments and pricing changes on projects
- Identifying and collaborating with others on the development and implementation of efficient processes and tools for structural steel estimating
Having proven experience with structural steel fabrication and erection projects, the successful candidate will also possess the following attributes:
- Requires some experience in an Estimating role
- Strong technical knowledge and skills formulating cost estimates for lump sum, unit rate and cost plus contracts
- Demonstrated knowledge of Contract Law and Risk Management
- Strong knowledge of industry specific shop and field labour productivity values
- Solves problems and contributes new ideas that improve quality and efficiency
- Previous experience with estimating software and AutoCAD is an asset
- Exceptional client-facing and internal communication skills, written and verbal
- Strong organizational and time management skills
Supreme Steel offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefit package and RRSP plan as well as a great learning environment and the opportunity for career advancement.
Closing Date: 23/09/2022
To apply, please email your resume and cover letter to Human Resources at SG.employment@supremesteel.com