Estimator

Roofmart•Brampton, ON

65d•$55,000 - $60,000

About The Position

This position is responsible for, but not limited to, preparing all parts of an estimate and carrying out other duties as required. You will report to the Supervisor, Estimating and Insulation Fabrication. You should have strong communication and customer service skills with adequate knowledge of design project management and AutoCAD software. Good knowledge of computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) is a definite asset. You will be required to work independently and as part of a team with occasional travel. The position also requires you to be able to perform under pressure to meet deadlines and demonstrate leadership.

Requirements

Graduate from a recognized engineering, architectural or construction management program is an asset (Technician or Technologist).
Minimum 3 years’ experience working in the construction field in a similar or related position is preferred.
Commercial/Residential Roofing Knowledge is required.
Previous experience estimating projects is preferred.
Ability to analyze information closely, estimate, plan, and pay attention to detail
Experience with sloped/tapered roof insulation.
Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
Must be comfortable using Microsoft Excel.
Mathematic ability

Nice To Haves

Experience with Salesforce an asset.
Experience with Tapered roofing software Estimating Software is an asset.
Experience with other estimating software an asset.
CAD (Computer Aided Design) program(s)
Working knowledge the following software is an asset: CRM Customer Relationship Management – (Saleforce) Tapered estimating – (Taperplus) Microsoft Office – (word, Excel, Powerpoint, Publishing, Outlook) CAD (Computer Aided Design) program(s)
Basic Roofing industry knowledge

Responsibilities

Gathering and forwarding to the estimating team all data (plans, specs, dimensions) relevant to tapered design project estimation.
Perform take-offs on site, at client’s office, on the Construction Association’s virtual drawings room or through appropriate contacts).
Generating estimates for commercial/residential roofing and exterior cladding projects.
Estimates must take into consideration provincial building code and municipal building regulations.
Adhere to contractual terms and conditions on various aspects of commercial/residential building projects.
Handling of technical questions from the estimator team, Architects, Consultants and Contractors.
Interpret architectural plans and specifications
Make any necessary adjustments to outstanding quotations as price increases or changes to products that have been quoted are announced.
Ensure proper material lead times are documented for the client and notice of inventory requirements are updated for shipping to ensure delivery dates can be met.
Prepare cost and expenditure statements and provide forecasts at regular intervals for the duration of a project.
Maintain relationships with contractors and clients.
Approve pricing related matters for clients and suppliers within set rules.
Assist sales team with customer negotiations and collection of competitor pricing for future considerations.
Manage our CRM Sales Force database. Include tracking win/losses, estimates, quotations, competitors pricing history, new customers, Architects, Builders, Specifiers etc.
Develop new clients; maintain and grow ongoing business relationships through direct and frequent communication.
Review and approve all contracts and any suggested modifications to tendered quotes ensuring complicity to each the intent guidelines for each project.
Develop standardize estimating and tendering procedures for you and your team.