Junior Estimator supporting quantity take - offs, supplier pricing, and proposals for Bird’s industrial fabrication and construction projects. Coordinating with estimating, engineering, procurement, and production teams.
About the role
- Lead construction estimators and develop railing project bids for a Canadian sales team. Managing client relationships, design proposals, scheduling, and installation coordination.
Responsibilities
- Lead a team of Estimators in multiple locations across Canada
- Complete project estimates and prepare written pricing proposals for clients
- Work with clients to conceptualize, plan, and prepare estimations and creative design proposals
- Meet clients in showrooms and onsite to understand the space being designed
- Coordinate the supply of railing products for project sites
- Monitor schedules to support on-time, high-quality installations
- Assist in monitoring construction conformity and compliance with plans, specifications, and codes
- Prequalify potential clients and establish budgets, timelines, and compatibility
- Prepare quotations and site installation meetings as required
- Manage client expectations regarding company processes, policies, and timelines
- Plan and manage workflow for the entire design process from start to finish
- Identify sales leads, find new opportunities aligned with corporate strategy, and maintain client and contact relationships
- Update clients about product offerings, pricing, and assembly options
- Support production, installation, and client inquiries as needed
- Collaborate with Production, Installations, Purchasing, and Service departments
- Participate in departmental and interdepartmental meetings or training
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Requirements
- 5–7 years of experience in the construction industry, preferably within aluminum railings
- Ability to read architectural drawings and specifications
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- In-person presentation skills and ability to establish relationships and close deals
- Exceptional customer service skills and ability to exceed client expectations
- Ability to identify the best product fit for client needs
- Excellent planning, coordination, and scheduling skills
- High-energy, detail-oriented, results-driven, self-motivated approach
- Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle
- Flexibility with work hours
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