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Glazing Estimator

Winnipeg, MB
Mid Level
full_time

Top Benefits

Rewarding, challenging, fast-paced work, in an excellent environment
Training and development opportunities
Excellent benefits program including Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and RRSP matching

About the role

Our Flynn Winnipeg office is looking for a Glazing Estimator to join our team! In this role you will be working closely with the Regional Business Development & Sales Manager, Business Development and Senior Estimator’s.

“Fast paced, excitement of pursuit, rewarding, being part of amazing projects, visiting worksites, overall culture, endless opportunities, having the feeling of some autonomy”

This is what our Estimators coast to coast, love most about working as an Estimator at Flynn!

What We Offer

  • Rewarding, challenging, fast-paced work, in an excellent environment
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Excellent benefits program including Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and RRSP matching, competitive wages.
  • Ongoing career development via continuing education and Flynn’s in house University programs
  • Great environment where our motto is "Flynn Family Winning Together!"

A Day In The Life

  • Attend pre-bid site meetings to prepare accurate estimates as required
  • Analyze & comprehend project plans, specs, & details
  • Prepare take-offs/estimated for single scope and multi-scope projects inclusive of materials, labour and equipment
  • Follow up on single-scope and/or multi-scope projects
  • Act as tender lead on single-scope and/or multi-scope projects
  • Review contracts and quotes for accuracy
  • Write up work orders
  • Maintaining a directory of product suppliers
  • Consult and communicate with project managers, architects, engineers and clients involved at all levels of a project
  • Stay informed of all new materials and techniques by attending material manufacturer’s trade shows, seminars, etc.
  • Participate in initial handoff meetings
  • Attend autopsies on completed projects
  • Develop and maintain relationships with customers and suppliers including client appreciation outings
  • Consult, communicate and build rapport with internal departments and clients
  • Visit job sites and perform Estimating Site Reviews and Site Safety Evaluations

What We Are Seeking

  • 2-3 years work experience in a Glazing Estimating position (commercial type projects).
  • Architectural Technology Diploma, Construction Engineering Technologies Diploma, Estimating Certificate, education in a related field or equivalent work experience
  • Experienced in using computer programs specific to this role (MS office package & BlueBeam)
  • Highly motivated with strong organizational, analytical, problem solving and decision-making abilities
  • Strong negotiation and communication skills
  • Ability to work in a fast pace, team environment
  • Ability to multitask
  • Excellent time management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines
  • Strong blueprint reading skills
  • Solution focused and team-oriented attitude
  • Effective interpersonal skills
  • Committed to safety

Glazing Estimator

Building Envelope, Construction, Glazing

Flynn Group of Companies

Winnipeg, MB

#LI-IC

Flynn Group of Companies is the leading trade contractor in North America that works on virtually every aspect of a building’s outer layer, including roofing, glazing, waterproofing, and architectural metals. The foundation of our award winning success is having the right people on our team.

Thanks to the contributions of the most talented team in the market and a collaborative, supportive culture, Flynn has steadily grown since 1978, and continues to do so. We understand the importance of and prioritize the growth of our people too, offering many learning & development and career opportunities.

At Flynn, it's not just a job, it's a career.

About Flynn Group of Companies

Construction
5001-10,000

The Flynn Group of Companies is North America's leading building envelope trade contractor. Since 1978 we have been providing quality contracting services in the institutional, commercial, and industrial construction marketplace.

The Flynn Group of Companies employs in excess of 6000 people in 35 office locations and is positioned in five distinct, but related, business sectors:

  • Roofing Systems
  • Glazing & Curtain Walls
  • Architectural Metals
  • Roofing Service
  • Waterproofing

ATTENTION BUSINESS OWNERS:

Flynn is currently looking to grow. Whether you are concerned about succession planning or in expansion mode, we can help you take your business and team to the next level. We are looking to merge with companies whose values are aligned and who have like-minded business owners. With more than 40 years of experience, Flynn has grown by acquisition and subsequent organic growth resulting in profitable, long-term equity opportunities for its key leaders.

If you are interested and your company's annual sales are in excess of 5 million dollars of low-slope roofing, please email business.opportunities@flynncompanies.com