Junior to Intermediate Architectural Estimator

GBA LLP Chartered Professional Accountants•Mississauga, ON

20h

About The Position

Ten Plus Architectural Products Ltd. is seeking a Junior to Intermediate Architectural Estimator to review tender documents, drawings, and specifications for various ICI projects. The role involves completing detailed quantity take-offs, preparing labour and material costings, and supporting the sales department with technical information and bidding strategies. The estimator will also track projects, prepare quotations, and assist with material procurement for the production department. This is a team-oriented role requiring cooperation across departments.

Requirements

Minimum of an Architectural Technologist Diploma, or similar.
2 – 3 years of estimating experience.
Fully understand/read/interpret construction & working drawings, specifications, and tender documents.
Detail-oriented and thorough.
Able to prepare and complete tender bid documents.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Ability to use and work in AutoCad, and PDF applications.
Good command of the English language; ability to speak and write clearly.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge & experience in any other estimating, or take-off software.
Basic concepts of the manufacturing process in fabricating products made of various metals, mainly aluminum extrusions.
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, etc.

Responsibilities

Review tender documents, drawings, and specifications (Architectural / Mechanical / Structural) related to Ten Plus products for various ICI projects.
Complete and prepare a detailed quantity take-off of all Ten Plus products using Excel Spreadsheets, electronic specifications, and drawings (PDF or AutoCad).
Support the sales department by reviewing specifications and drawings to confirm Ten Plus product specification and identify discrepancies or clarifications.
Prepare labour and material costing for Ten Plus fabricated products using pre-established Excel spreadsheets, and modify or develop new spreadsheets as needed.
Continuously improve and update costing of material, labour, and services by obtaining pricing from suppliers and communicating with vendors and the production department.
Schedule and track projects being tendered / quoted.
Complete and prepare quotations, budget proposals, and bid/tender forms for submittal by the sales department.
Provide technical assistance to the sales department and offer input on bidding strategies and negotiation.
Assist and/or communicate with the production department on material procurement.
Occasionally assist in other areas when the need arises.
Be a team player and cooperate with all other departments for the betterment of the company.