The Junior Estimator will report to the Sr. Estimator and be accountable for working with the broader estimating team in preparing and coordinating quantity take-offs. The Jr. Estimator will be responsible for preparing tender packages to gain a thorough understanding of Towne Millwork’s estimating practises and standards.
As a Junior Estimator, you will help prepare the drawings so as to establish initial material cost estimates for the project, create material schedules, develop bid proposals, and assess the technical aspects of the project.
Responsibilities
- Prepares and coordinates quantity take-offs with supervision.
- Communicates with sub-trades and suppliers to ensure understanding of scope of work.
- Prepare sub-trade tender packages with supervision.
- Assist with the development of the estimate.
- Communicates with sub-trades for understanding of scope of work.
- Ability to check and verify one’s own quantities using other sources.
- Compile and prepare all estimating information obtained during the bid for accurate record keeping and reference.
- Builds effective and productive relationships with customers, design teams, specialty contractors, suppliers, and other collaborators.
- Reflect and support company core values to meet or exceed customer expectations.
- Participates in periodic reviews and visits to projects sites as required.
- Participate in handover meetings for new contracts with Project Management team including detailed scope review, qualifications, allowances.
- Working with Project Management to review and process Change Orders with supervision.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Experience with architectural plans and specifications.
- Knowledge of section specifics pertaining to Architectural Millwork.
- Division 6 – Architectural Millwork.
- Working knowledge of AWMAC regulations and requirements an asset.
- Proficient with MS Office; Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel etc.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet critical timelines.
- Excellent attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies.
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Willingness to learn.
Education and Experience
This is an entry level office position. 3-5 years experience, or a trade qualification, in related field is preferred. Full training will be provided.