Estimator / Take Off Specialist - National Accounts - London, Canada - Haines, Jones & Cadbury Corporation

Description

Estimator / Take Off Specialist - National Accounts Distributor

Here We Grow Again
Haines, Jones & Cadbury Corporation (HJC Corp) is continuing to grow and has new career opportunities to offer to those looking for a great place to work


Who We Are
HJC Corp. is a National Accounts Wholesale Distributor of construction materials. HJC Corp. specializes in providing comprehensive construction material packages to major national chains across Canada.


Our Estimator / Take Off Specialists are
Highly organized, computer savvy and very detail oriented. They are analytical, solve problems and work effectively as a team member. They work closely with our Customer Service teams to provide the best customer experience. They represent HJC Corp in a professional and ethical manner. Being bilingual is an asset.

Do you have excellent attention to detail while managing several projects at once? Do you have an analytical mindset and excellent numerical skills? Do you have a problem-solving nature, along with being a great listener?

Have you been gifted with the 3 P's - positivity, patience and politeness? Our London corporate office is staffed by a dedicated and professional team who deliver exceptional customer service to our customers.

As an Estimator / Take Off Specialist with HJC Corp.


your specific duties will include:

• Review and evaluate commercial construction projects to determine scope of work, as well as understand project drawings and specifications
• Prepare accurate cost estimates for commercial bids
• Use construction takeoff software to generate quotes
• Resolve project discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information

Do you have what it takes?
We are looking for an Estimator / Takeoff Specialist with skills including:

• Strong skills reading plans and provide timely and accurate material takeoffs
• Correctly reading and interpreting blueprints and specifications and addenda's
• Accurately setting up each job in takeoff software and online project management tools
• Read and interpret multiple sources of data all at once
• Ability to work in a fastpaced environment to meet strict deadlines

All interested applicants must possess:

• High school diploma or equivalent with strong math skills
• Preference given to those with college level construction estimating courses
• Experience a/o willingness to learn On-Screen Takeoff (OST) and our estimating system
• Ability to maintain positive relationships with team members, vendors and customers
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office with preference given to those with a good working knowledge of Infor M3 and QuickBase
• Knowledge in the lighting, plumbing, restroom partitions and accessories, tile, water heater and HVAC industries is an asset

Want a change in industry and learn something totally new? We are willing to train someone with the right aptitude and skill set.

We give you the tools you need to succeed, investing in your personal and professional growth through targeted training and development programs, and reward team success through our profit sharing opportunities and an extensive benefits package which includes a company pension plan.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent


Salary:
$42,000.00-$48,000.00 per year


Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Onsite parking
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• RRSP match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• London, ON N6L 1G5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

- construction estimating: 1 year (preferred)


Work Location:
In person