Architectural Estimator

GBA LLP Chartered Professional Accountants•Mississauga, ON

About The Position

The Estimator person is detail oriented, well organized and proactive individual. They will be included as part of the Sales Team. Among other things, the Estimator is responsible for gathering / assembling all information including updated material and labour costs. details to successfully produce detailed shop drawings and fabrication layout documents. This demands constant and open communication with all manufacturers, suppliers, Ten Plus Production and members of the Sales team.

Requirements

Minimum of an Architectural Technologist Diploma, or same.
Fully understand, read, interpret construction & working drawings (blueprints), specifications, and tender documents.
Able to prepare and complete tender bid documents.
Working knowledge of software programs Excel, Word; Outlook.
Ability to use and work in AutoCad, and PDF applications
A good command of the English language; able to properly and clearly communicate both orally and in writing
Knowledge & experience in any other estimating, or take-off software
Basic concepts of the manufacturing process, to fabricate products made of various metals, mainly aluminum extrusions, would be a requirement.
Understanding of Building Envelope concepts & details, as it relates to transitions between different components of the cladding materials, such as curtain wall, siding, panels, masonry, air vapor barriers, insulation, thermal barriers, louvres, sunshades,

Responsibilities

Analyze / review tender documents, drawings & specifications (Architectural / Mechanical / Structural), related to Ten Plus products, for various ICI projects (General Tender, Lump Sum, Project Management, P3, Design Build, etc).
Support the sales department, including the review of specifications & drawings to confirm that Ten Plus is specified, and identify any discrepancies or clarifications required.
Prepare any RFI, and request for equal, for submittal to Architects, Consultants, Contractors, etc.
Complete & prepare a proper detailed quantity survey, of all Ten Plus products, using: Excel Spreadsheets, Electronic set of specifications, and drawings (either in PDF or AutoCad); downloaded from various Construction Associations website, or Contractor’s ftp sites; Physical set of specifications, and drawings (blueprints); Customer’s email
Formulate a labour & material cost, on Ten Plus fabricated products, using pre-established Excel spreadsheets, as well as modifying, or developing new spreadsheets where required.
Continually improve & update costing of material, labour, and services, by obtaining pricing from suppliers, and communicating with production/manufacturing department.
Schedule and track projects being tendered/quoted.
Complete & prepare quotations, budget proposals, bid / tender forms, for submittal by sales department.
Provide assistance to sales department on technical aspects, and offer input on bidding strategies and negotiation.
Assist and/or communicate with production department on material procurement.
Duties and responsibilities are not limited to the above, employee is required to occasionally assist in other areas when the need arises.
Employee must be a team player, and cooperate with all other departments, for the betterment of the company.
Given that this is a dynamic position, it is important to demonstrate focus, dedication and commitment. Good judgement is always necessary and expected. When challenged with a problem or circumstances beyond your understanding or responsibility, good judgement dictates that you ask your direct supervisor or member of management for direction.