Commercial/residential Estimator - Ottawa, Canada - Magenta Exterior Solutions

Magenta Exterior Solutions
Magenta Exterior Solutions
Verified Company
Ottawa, Canada

1 week ago

Sophia Lee

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Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter
Description
Interpret the plans and specifications and make the necessary calculations for pricing of tenders.

  • Prepare prequalification and/or tender submissions and present to clients.
  • Be mentored by a Senior Estimator
  • Create and track purchase orders
  • Use MSteams effectively
  • Use estimating tools effectively
  • Identify material and subcontractor requirements by studying blueprints, soils reports, specifications, and related project documents.
  • Compute quantities using estimating software and/or an excel spreadsheet.
  • Identify potential conflicts between project documents.
  • Analyze quantities of specific change orders for extras pricing and produce graphic and charts for submittal.
  • Ensure pricing is requested and received in good time for closing the project.
  • Clearly communicate scope of work to Subcontractor's and suppliers, and accurately interpret quotes to ensure all costs are accounted for and ensuring no elements of the scope or supplies are missing.
  • Maintain files of working documents as backup for estimate figures, including current/accurate information on prices from suppliers and subcontractors.
  • Create and submit estimate reports, quote sheets and/or bids forms to appropriate persons.
  • Ensure that worksheets and related takeoff forms/submittals are presented in a way that is clearly understandable to others reviewing the information.
  • Attend tender site visits and interact with clients during tendering phase to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.
  • Maintain strong industry contacts which may be converted into business leads.
  • Create turn over package to hand over to Project management and Site Supervisors for project execution.
  • Prepare CAD Files with correct information for each project to handover to Project Manager and Foreman.
  • You are a Canadian citizen, a permanent or a temporary resident of Canada.
  • You have a valid Canadian work permit.

Qualifications:

  • 1 to 3 years experience in construction estimating
  • Minimum 2 years diploma in an engineering diploma related course or relevant work experience.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Experience in MS teams is considered an asset.
  • Strong construction background.
  • Dynamics 365 considered an asset
  • Knowledge of Roofing and Siding Products
  • Bilingual an asset
Why work for us?

  • Benefits after 3 months
  • Growth opportunities
  • Bonus opportunities
  • Excellent work culture
  • Employment incentives (Hockey games and concerts, in the Magenta Suite, etc.)
  • Training and Mentoring
  • Competitive Salary
  • Team Building Events
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