Fabrication Estimator

Company

Viacore (formerly known as Belterra Corporation) has been providing timely access to conveyor belting and material flow handling products, accessories and solutions since 1969. We make things move for our clients. Through our thirty plus locations across Canada and the US, Viacore enjoys one of the largest sales and service networks in the Material Handling industry in North America. Viacore's customer-oriented maintenance service has earned us a reputation for being the best in the industry. www.viacore.com

Job Summary

Key responsibilities include calculating material, labor, and equipment costs, working with vendors to get quotes, preparing bid proposals, communicating with engineers, and project managers to ensure projects stay on budget and schedule.

Tasks:

Cost estimation: Prepare detailed cost estimates for materials, labor, and equipment for mechanical projects.

Plan analysis: Review project plans, specifications, and drawings to understand the project's scope and material requirements

Collaboration: Work closely with engineers, project managers, and other stakeholders to ensure accurate estimates and budget adherence.

Vendor and subcontractor management: Solicit bids and quotes from vendors and subcontractors and negotiate prices.

Bid preparation: Prepare and submit comprehensive bid proposals for projects. Ensure timely proposal submission and manage post-bid clarifications. Investigate cost saving alternatives.

Site visits: Conduct pre & post bid site visits as required.

Personnel planning: Prepare preliminary work schedules

Risk assessment: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies for projects.

Budget tracking: Monitor and report on project budgets and expenditures.

Database management: Develop and maintain databases of historical cost data for future estimates.

Preparing changes to costs estimates when customers change their plans, or when the availability of materials or labour changes.

Required Qualifications Knowledge/Education & Experience:

Estimating experience: Minimum 5 years’ experience with general contracting industrial projects, material handling fabrication or related industries considered an asset.

Engineering Knowledge: Broad understanding of various engineering disciplines.

Software Proficiency: Intermediate proficiency in software tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Interpretation Skills: Ability to interpret detailed information from engineering firms, subcontractors, and vendors for multi-disciplinary scopes.

CWB Codes Knowledge: Familiarity with CWB Codes for Structure fabrication

Compliance Awareness: Understanding of Quality and Safety compliance costs.

Time Management: Excellent time management skills.

Communication Skills: Strong communication skills.

Work Ethic: Strong work ethic and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Trade ticket or post-secondary education considered an asset

Skills and Abilities：

Strong understanding of mechanical systems, metal fabrication (Machining / Welding)

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry standards and best practices.

Proficiency with estimating software and tools.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Attention to detail and ability to work with large amounts of data.

Develop and improve procedures, databases, cost models, templates, and tools for cost estimation.

Benefits:

· Dental care

· Disability insurance

· Employee assistance program

· Extended health care

· Life insurance

· On-site parking

· RRSP match

· Vision care

Reporting to: Mechanical Services Superintendent

Hours: 40 hours per week with possibility of project-based overtime

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

If interested, please apply with a current resume. Due to the volume of applications we receive, only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Thank you for your understanding.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $75,000.00-$85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Dental care

- Disability insurance

- Employee assistance program

- Extended health care

- Life insurance

- On-site parking

- RRSP match

- Vision care

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person