Contract's Estimator - Manufacturing

Description

Undertakes the research, consultations and analysis required to develop estimates and component pricing for proposals.

• Gathers information from customers regarding their needs/requests.
• Communicates effectively with supervisors, managers and co-workers from all departments, divisions and regions.
• Uses a database to gather and store project related data regarding labour costs, materials and production timelines.
• Ensures the right components and/or alternatives are available.
• Assists with the resolution of emerging issues or problems.
• Prepares estimates for proposals using research and database information on pricing.
• Interprets information and determines potential proposal components for customers’ specific system(s).
• Follows up with customers to assess the accuracy and impact of estimates.
• Works with customers to scope potential work required based on their needs and specific system.
• Supports, trains and mentors the Junior Contracts Specialists.
• Interprets documentation, specifications and design drawings to determine material and labour costs for projects.
• Gathers information from customers, vendors and other sources for pricing. Prepares related pricing for proposals, ensuring adequate and accurate estimates.
• Provides technical knowledge and oversight for the performance of small-midsized projects.

Requirements

Possesses the electrical industry experience and contracting knowledge required to support assigned elements of contracting services, demonstrating the required professional and technical skills expected for assigned level of experience. Focuses on developing credibility and a reputation for skilled professional work. Requires some guidance and direction but is expected to assume responsibility for a definable piece of work and take on leadership roles and/or responsibilities for tasks or proposals.

The position requires a journeyperson designation, engineering credentials or an Electrical Technologist Diploma with a minimum 6-10 years of industry experience including project management and quotations. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Work is high volume, requiring the ability to work under pressure in a fast- paced environment and to deal with competing deadlines. Multi-tasking is the norm. The incumbent is responsible to ensure day to day work is completed accurately, and information provided to others is correct. Working relationships that support collaboration and problem solving are essential for success in this position.

• Oversight of assembly projects is helpful and final products meet customer expectations.
• Compliance with relevant policies, procedures, standards and practices, legislation and codes meet expectations.
• Quotes reflect a solid understanding of customers, projects, and related requirements.
• Understands and implements project management fundamentals.

Benefits

WORKING CONDITIONS

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance