Proposals and Estimating Associate

ConeTec Group•Prince George, BC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated Proposals and Estimating Associate (PEA) to join our team at Geotech Drilling, a leading geotechnical and exploration drilling company. The ideal candidate will handle day-to-day client interactions, generating proposals and estimates, and identifying new leads. You will work closely with our business development and technical teams to ensure client satisfaction and support our growth. Conference attendance is only required on an as-needed basis.

Requirements

Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office.
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Works well under pressure and performs well within tight deadlines.
Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
Self-motivated with the ability to multitask effectively.
Confident and able to maintain professional dialogue in busy networking settings.

Nice To Haves

Microsoft Business Central Dynamics 365 experience is considered an asset.
Bachelor’s degree in business management or related field considered an asset.
Experience in the drilling industry considered a strong asset.
Experience with proposals, estimates & work plans considered an asset.
Experience in business related to customer service or related field considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Develop and deliver proposals and cost estimates for geotechnical and exploration drilling projects, working closely with the sales team to ensure accuracy.
Track and report on sales activity, maintaining accurate records of interactions, leads, and opportunities.
Act as the primary point of contact for daily client communications, ensuring timely responses to inquiries and fostering strong relationships.
Proactively reach out to potential clients via cold calls and other lead generation strategies to build and maintain a robust pipeline of new business opportunities.
Works with internal teams to ensure that prerequisites (i.e., MSA's, ISN, other pre-qualifications or getting on a vendor list) are completed in a timely manner.
Ensures all administrative requirements are completed on time, and appropriate documentation sent to the appropriate department for filing or follow-up (i.e., time sheets, business development tracking sheets, progress reports, etc.).
Conduct timely follow-ups with clients to close sales, confirm project details, and maintain ongoing relationships.
Work with the internal team to ensure the smooth transition of client accounts from sales to execution.
Completes other duties as required (i.e., this position requires a high degree of flexibility and from time to time may require additional duties to be completed outside the daily role described above).
Operates within Geotech's communities with the highest sense of sense of integrity and social responsibility, and complies with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
Development and tracking of customer satisfaction metrics, including the measurement of customer satisfaction post project completion.
Other responsibilities to support the Sales & Business Development group as instructed by the Director.