About this role
Education: Other trades certificate or diploma. or equivalent experience. Work site environment: Air conditioned. Work setting: Estimating. Retail business. Retail service establishment. On-site customer service. Tasks: Prepare estimates of labour and/or material costs. Prepare pre-qualification submissions to present clients . Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements . Create and submit estimate reports, quote sheets and bids forms. Utilize quantity take-off procedures. Monitor and adjust contract expenditures. Liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates. Sell merchandise. Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications. Order merchandise. Resolve issues that may arise, including customer requests, complaints and supply shortages. Organize and maintain inventory. Computer and technology knowledge: Estimating packages. Take-off packages. Spreadsheet. MS Excel. MS Word. MS Outlook. Type of experience: Commercial and/or industrial construction. Industrial construction. Residential construction. Contractors. Area of work experience: Purchasing, procurement and contracts. Exhibit and display design experience: Merchandising or window. Area of specialization: Retail store. Security and safety: Bondable. Criminal record check. Driving record check (abstract). Transportation/travel information: Own transportation. Own vehicle. Valid driver's licence. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Attention to detail. Ability to distinguish between colours. Sitting. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Bending, crouching, kneeling. Personal suitability: Client focus. Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Flexibility. Organized. Team player. Proactive. Initiative. Efficient interpersonal skills. Accurate. Dependability. Judgement. Reliability. Ability to multitask. Screening questions: Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?. Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years. Employment terms options: Day. Weekend. Health benefits: Dental plan. Disability benefits. Health care plan. Long term benefits: Long-term care insurance.