Steel Fabrication Estimator / Technical Sales
Top Benefits
About the role
The Steel Fabrication Estimator is responsible for the preparation and documentation of cost estimates and proposals for projects. Computes labour costs, estimates costs related to raw materials, equipment rentals and subcontracted work.
From time to time you will also be required to visit our customer’s facilities to discuss solutions to their needs for industrial services.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Interprets scope of work, project drawings and specifications, analyzes drawings, specifications, proposals and other documentation.
- Responsible for accurate take-off of quantities from project drawings and specifications
- Responsible for the preparations and documentation of project proposal
- Analyze sub-trade quotations, liaise with subcontractors for clarification of issues
- Estimate Preparation - labour hours, material costs, bid form requirements, tool & equipment lists’ scheduling; and compile bid packages for subcontractors.
- Costs out potential scope of work changes and bid to construction reviews.
- Costs out potential additional costs claim situations
- Bid closings i.e.; review of documents, compile proposal information, participate in closing meetings.
- Customer follow-up of proposals.
- Address any addenda, change orders etc.
- Such other duties and responsibilities as assigned by his/her manager
- Participate in turnover meetings with Project Management on successful bids
- Site visits may be required on more complex tenders
- Maintains bidding process and set up cost monitoring and reporting systems/procedures
- Refine budget and submit to accounting department for input into Mainland’s accounting system.
- Assist in development of overall project schedule, sequencing plan and determine Milestones. All project plans must have the input from the Production Manager who oversees the deployment of resources related to manufacturing.
- Monitor performance of in-house production on a daily basis. Regular shop floor visits are vital to knowing the status of the project.
- Assist in creation of ITP’s (Inspection & Test Plan) for each project.
- Assist in creation of Trial Assembly procedure together with production staff as required.
- Participate/Lead in a pre-job meeting with Production, Engineering & Purchasing and distribute minutes of the meeting.
- Assist in updating Project Schedule and Job Tracking Report and attend weekly production meeting.
- Act as a liaison between customer, Engineering and Production Departments in handling clarifications during different phases of the project.
- Review project budget on a monthly basis with Controller.
- Determine level of completion and initiate billing.
- Produce monthly project status report for customer.
- Assist in or Lead on submissions of documents (i.e. drawings ITP’s reports) for customer review.
- Review and implement changes with regard to document returns.
- Oversee and Summarize all important documentation: RFI’s, Change Orders, Official Notices, Shipping, Drawings and Meeting Minutes for Manager.
Required Knowledge & Skills
- Minimum 5 years of steel fabrication estimating experience
- Strong estimating background on mechanical aspects of large capital projects
- Exceptional organizational Skills
- Strong communication skills – oral and written
- Common sense, concentration, imagination, ability to read and understand drawings, self-assurance, responsible attitude and leadership qualities.
- Good knowledge of sub trades
- Good familiarity with MS Excel, Word, MS Project, Fabtrol.
- Ability to work in a multi-discipline team environment including Mainland personnel, vendors, consultants and clients.
- Mechanical Technologist certificate is an asset
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $75,000.00-$85,000.00 per year
Additional pay:
- Overtime pay
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Flexible language requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Abbotsford, BC V2T 6H1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Estimating: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person
About Mainland Machinery Ltd
Mainland Machinery offers complete steel fabrication products and services for mining, energy, marine and industrial agriculture industries. From engineering to manufacturing to installation, we work with world-class engineering firms and corporations in BC and Alberta delivering high-quality products and services, safely and on time.
Steel Fabrication Estimator / Technical Sales
Top Benefits
About the role
The Steel Fabrication Estimator is responsible for the preparation and documentation of cost estimates and proposals for projects. Computes labour costs, estimates costs related to raw materials, equipment rentals and subcontracted work.
From time to time you will also be required to visit our customer’s facilities to discuss solutions to their needs for industrial services.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Interprets scope of work, project drawings and specifications, analyzes drawings, specifications, proposals and other documentation.
- Responsible for accurate take-off of quantities from project drawings and specifications
- Responsible for the preparations and documentation of project proposal
- Analyze sub-trade quotations, liaise with subcontractors for clarification of issues
- Estimate Preparation - labour hours, material costs, bid form requirements, tool & equipment lists’ scheduling; and compile bid packages for subcontractors.
- Costs out potential scope of work changes and bid to construction reviews.
- Costs out potential additional costs claim situations
- Bid closings i.e.; review of documents, compile proposal information, participate in closing meetings.
- Customer follow-up of proposals.
- Address any addenda, change orders etc.
- Such other duties and responsibilities as assigned by his/her manager
- Participate in turnover meetings with Project Management on successful bids
- Site visits may be required on more complex tenders
- Maintains bidding process and set up cost monitoring and reporting systems/procedures
- Refine budget and submit to accounting department for input into Mainland’s accounting system.
- Assist in development of overall project schedule, sequencing plan and determine Milestones. All project plans must have the input from the Production Manager who oversees the deployment of resources related to manufacturing.
- Monitor performance of in-house production on a daily basis. Regular shop floor visits are vital to knowing the status of the project.
- Assist in creation of ITP’s (Inspection & Test Plan) for each project.
- Assist in creation of Trial Assembly procedure together with production staff as required.
- Participate/Lead in a pre-job meeting with Production, Engineering & Purchasing and distribute minutes of the meeting.
- Assist in updating Project Schedule and Job Tracking Report and attend weekly production meeting.
- Act as a liaison between customer, Engineering and Production Departments in handling clarifications during different phases of the project.
- Review project budget on a monthly basis with Controller.
- Determine level of completion and initiate billing.
- Produce monthly project status report for customer.
- Assist in or Lead on submissions of documents (i.e. drawings ITP’s reports) for customer review.
- Review and implement changes with regard to document returns.
- Oversee and Summarize all important documentation: RFI’s, Change Orders, Official Notices, Shipping, Drawings and Meeting Minutes for Manager.
Required Knowledge & Skills
- Minimum 5 years of steel fabrication estimating experience
- Strong estimating background on mechanical aspects of large capital projects
- Exceptional organizational Skills
- Strong communication skills – oral and written
- Common sense, concentration, imagination, ability to read and understand drawings, self-assurance, responsible attitude and leadership qualities.
- Good knowledge of sub trades
- Good familiarity with MS Excel, Word, MS Project, Fabtrol.
- Ability to work in a multi-discipline team environment including Mainland personnel, vendors, consultants and clients.
- Mechanical Technologist certificate is an asset
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $75,000.00-$85,000.00 per year
Additional pay:
- Overtime pay
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Flexible language requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Abbotsford, BC V2T 6H1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Estimating: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person
About Mainland Machinery Ltd
Mainland Machinery offers complete steel fabrication products and services for mining, energy, marine and industrial agriculture industries. From engineering to manufacturing to installation, we work with world-class engineering firms and corporations in BC and Alberta delivering high-quality products and services, safely and on time.