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Junior Estimator - 18909
Job Description
Our client is a leading construction company currently hiring a Junior Estimator to join their team. The Junior Estimator will aid in preparing quantity takeoffs, sourcing quotations from suppliers, examining tender documents and assessing projects up for bid.
Junior Estimator responsibilities:
- Prepare, manage, and lead all operational accounting functions
- Oversee Generate quantity takeoffs from drawings
- Perform system checks.
- Conduct thorough reviews of specifications, scopes of work, drawings, and schedules.
- Confirm thorough review of all addenda, tender clarifications, and scopes of work.
- Request supplier pricing before the closing date.
- Identify any products necessitating architectural approval to bid.
- Summarize tenders/quotations, specifying inclusions, exclusions, and tender notes.
- Arrange quotes, tender requirements, bonding, and bid forms.
- Compile cost reports and arrange estimates for turnover meetings with other departments.
- Undertake any other related duties/projects as needed.
- Exceptional analytical, creative problem-solving, and written communication skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, meeting deadlines while managing multiple proposals simultaneously.
- Strong organizational abilities with keen attention to detail and accuracy.
- Bachelor’s degree or diploma in business, marketing, communications, or Construction related field is preferred.
- 1 to 2 years of experience in technical or content writing is advantageous; experience in architecture, engineering, or construction sectors is desirable.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Adobe.
Compensation and benefits:
- The discussed salary for this position is $50,000 – $70,000 plus a BONUS structure.
- Candidates with additional experience and higher compensation expectations may also be considered.
- In office/field based working environment.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Excellent Vacation package and company events.
- Excellent growth opportunities
Only candidates already eligible to work in Canada will be reviewed. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Meet Your Recruiter
Ben Coakwell
Recruitment Consultant
Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering
Ben specializes in recruiting top talent in operations, supply chain and engineering. With a unique background that includes winning an Olympic medal in bobsleigh, he leverages the collaboration, networking and relationship-building skills that he built in his athletic career into the world of recruitment. His previous experience in recruiting for the construction industry honed his expertise, making him adept at understanding the needs of both clients and candidates. His commitment to self-improvement and integrity drives him to provide exceptional service and exceed expectations in every interaction.
Ben takes pride in helping companies grow successfully by ensuring they have the right people in place. His dedication to understanding the impact of a well-matched candidate makes him a trusted and reliable recruiting partner. Motivated by the opportunity to impact lives for the better, he helps candidates make positive career changes.
Outside of work, Ben enjoys staying active through exercise and spending as much time outdoors as possible. He finds relaxation in painting and is relishing the phase of his life where sports have transitioned from a profession to a hobby, allowing him to attend events as a fan.
