Mechanical Estimating and Purchasing Coordinator

Ocean Park Mechanical • Surrey, BC

5d • CA$65,000 - CA$85,000

About The Position

The Mechanical Estimating and Purchasing Coordinator will assist with all aspects of bidding, pricing, budgeting, and acquiring of fixtures and equipment for projects. They will form and maintain excellent working relationships with general contractors, sales representatives, and suppliers to coordinate the highest quality and most cost-effective fixtures, and equipment for jobsites. The Mechanical Estimating and Purchasing Coordinator will also assist in coordinating deliveries and in providing troubleshooting support for any issues that may arise in the process. The Mechanical Estimating and Purchasing Coordinator reports directly to the Lead Fixtures Purchaser/Estimator and the Lead Equipment Purchaser/Estimator.

Requirements

• 1 - 2 years of experience in Purchasing and/or Estimating
• Ability to interpret blueprints, specifications, inspection reports, etc.
• Self-motivated able to work independently or as part of a team member
• Thoughtful and confident decision-making skills with high ethical standards
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills and a high level of professionalism
• Strong proficiency with MS Office (Word, Outlook, and Excel)
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and high level of organization

Nice To Haves

• Experience with fixtures and equipment is an asset
• Experience working at a Design-Build Mechanical company considered an asset
• Knowledge of Trimble AutoBid and Bluebeam considered an asset
• Knowledge of ViewPoint Spectrum ERP considered an asset

Responsibilities

• Work with suppliers to develop an all-inclusive budget, to maximize profits, and assemble finalized pricing
• Assist with estimating all fixtures and equipment/HVAC for OPM projects
• Review drawings and schedules regarding fixtures and equipment for the projects
• Work with our clients to provide options and pricing between the initial bid phase to the procurement phase
• Putting together spreadsheets with all equipment pricing from wholesalers
• Assist with the review of shop drawing packages for the equipment
• Create a procurement spreadsheet to track the submittal process and delivery dates
• Assist with coordinating budgets and equipment selection with Project Managers/Controls engineer
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with sales representatives and suppliers to maintain our best cost and negate pricing fluctuation
• Adapting to accommodate design changes and clients’ selections
• Assist with purchasing equipment and coordinating deliveries
• Work with Site Team/PM’s to ensure product scheduling works
• Determine best possible pricing and vendors/suppliers and award final purchase orders to successful vendors/suppliers
• Provide operation and maintenance documentation on the finalized products provided

Benefits

• Competitive base salary of $65,000 to $85,000 CND per year D.O.E
• Company paid benefits including Extended Health, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, LTD, Critical Illness, EAP
• $500 per year to direct towards a Health Spending Account or a Personal Spending Account
• GRSP matching up to 4%
• Three (3) weeks’ vacation
• Excellent company culture
• Corporate events

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed