Estimator - Toronto, ON

The Graff Company ULC a leading service provider in the construction service industry and is seeking an exceptional Estimator to join our team.

We are looking for an Estimator that will p repare portions of contract proposal estimates, including the determination of applicable project plans and specifications under minimum supervision when estimating items in own discipline.

The successful candidate will be a determined self-starter who is highly out-going, expected to be socially-poised when interacting with clients, must have the ability to work independently and be eager to execute a high volume of personal client interactions.

SPECIFIC ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Meet with client management, staff and supervisory personnel to explain character, policies, skills, resources, and capabilities of the company.
• Obtain new work for assigned area of responsibility by establishing and maintaining effective contact with potential buyers of construction services
• Notify management of bid opportunities and approximate timing for company proposal and bid opportunity & submittals
• Develop and identify prospects from current clients, referral leads, and other sources. May lead / participate in presentations to new clients.

Establish and maintain effective contact with clients

• Must understand the sales process and be able to close sales in coordination with sales and management personnel
• Review proposal specifications, drawings, attend pre-bid meetings, etc. to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate
• Determine client needs and evaluate company resources and capabilities in light of those needs
• Maintain files of working documents as back-up for estimate figures, including current (accurate) information on prices from suppliers through direct contact, sales brochures, price lists, etc
• Review and incorporate historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc. into unit and man-hour figures
• Support other department personnel as required may include preparing estimates in other disciplines
• May review options and recommend best solution based on cost, engineering quality, or availability of materials
• Prepare complete estimate for selected project with detailed review of proposal specifications, drawings, takeoff information, contracting, and the like
• Provide input and feedback on issues relevant to customers, work in progress, marketing initiative and sales assistance, follow up on Job sites and perform Job site Analysis (JSO)
• Follow awarded contracts as assigned - may include estimating extra work items, change orders, credits; procuring material, etc
• May assist in the development and implementation of the Strategic Business Plan, department sales objectives, and individual sales plans
• Plan and attend industry trade and convention shows when requested
• Perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction.

JOB REQUIREMENTS :

Thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction (technology, equipment, methods); craft agreements, jurisdiction, negotiations;

engineering, estimating, schedules and safety required.

• Minimum 5 years of construction experience
• 4 year engineering degree or equivalent combinations technical training and / or experience
• 2-5 years estimating, controls and / or engineering experience related to similar construction disciplines
• Advanced knowledge of assigned discipline, estimating techniques and cost control, plus ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems essential
• Ability to conceptualize the project schedule from project start through completion, including sequence / phasing of work
• Excellent communication, organizational and supervisory skills essential
• Computer / Office Machines - Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
• English - proficient in business writing and verbal communication
• Valid driver's license and acceptable motor vehicle record required when duties require use of motor vehicle
• Ability to pass pre-employment and random screening for illegal substances

The Company Offers :

• An excellent compensation package for our staff
• Base salary plus bonus
• Benefits

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