Estimator

Northstar Access•Ottawa, ON

1d•CA$70,000 - CA$95,000•Hybrid

About The Position

An Estimator is responsible for establishing new business relationships within the construction industry, creating sales opportunities, and estimating/quoting those opportunities. This position develops business opportunities and leading company growth, with a primary mandate focused on adding and developing new customer relationships. This position is responsible for being the primary point-of-contact for key projects throughout the project life-cycle.

Requirements

5+ years of industry sales/estimating experience (e.g., previous experience estimating/selling scaffolding or other access solutions, or previous experience managing or building scaffolding-related projects)
Valid driver's license in good standing
Highschool diploma
Proven ability to network effectively with on-site project managers/site supervisors and a history of building and sustaining strong business relationships
Agile and highly motivated self-starter who enjoys working in the construction field, being mobile and is comfortable building new relationships
Demonstrated a track record of success in prospecting and growing new accounts, creating opportunities for new work, preparing quotes and pitching new clients
Ability to read drawings, plans, and blueprints
Mathematical, mechanical, and logical reasoning abilities
Basic knowledge and use of computer software: email, spreadsheets, MS Office and familiarity of CAD Software
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to take initiative and work with minimal supervision under tight time constraints
A sense of urgency and capable of responding to matters in a timely manner
Valid Drivers license in good standing

Nice To Haves

previous experience estimating/selling scaffolding or other access solutions
previous experience managing or building scaffolding-related projects
familiarity of CAD Software

Responsibilities

Canvas and develop new accounts and explore new areas of business in Manitoba
Secure opportunities with on-site decision-makers
Establish relationships and maintain contact with accounts
Cold calling to generate new leads and client accounts with large general contractors and small builders alike, follow up and close
Preparation of proposals, quotations and contracts (i.e., estimating)
Determine construction obstacles that may increase the project cost in advance; ability to make alternative recommendations
Service as the primary “point of contact” for customers during project execution, serving customer needs and requests and troubleshooting when/if required.
Meet pre-established sales goals, targets and objectives directed by Management
Other duties as assigned