Estimator - Siding - Ottawa

Estimator

Acton, ON

Permanent Full-Time

Reference Number: CAN-ON-ACT-034-280225

SUMMARY

As part of the regional sales team with Doman Building Materials, the Estimator prepares take-off estimates and quotes of exterior siding projects for our customers. Products include siding, trim, and related accessories.

• Prepares professional quotes, and material lists using proprietary estimating software.
• Consults with dealers, architects, engineers or builders regarding project plans and design issues or specifications as required.
• Maintains project files with pertinent information and maintain/update the design departments job tracking system as needed
• Specify all necessary supplied hardware and provide technical support to internal staff and/or external customers.
• Provide sales and customer support when necessary.

• Ability to read and interpret architectural blueprints.
• General knowledge of the construction industry and terminology
• Knowledge of building materials, and building codes
• Ability to resolve design problems and ability to be creative in finding solutions by communicating directly with sales, vendors, and customers
• Already a user of CAD software and capable of learning new proprietary CAD software applications
• Good keyboarding skills and computer skills; very comfortable with Excel, Word, Outlook
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Able to communicate well graphically, orally, and in writing
• Proficient in English; bilingual (English and French) is an asset
• Able to work well under pressure to meet deadlines

Requirements

• 3 years of experience in building materials industry; preferably with siding products
• Experience reading and interpreting architectural drawings is required
• Previous experience using Planswift software would be preferred
• Estimating experience preferred

• Civil or Architectural Technologist training or two-year college diploma in a construction-related program is preferred.

Benefits

• Base salary
• Annual incentive plan based on company performance
• Group pension plan with employer matching contributions
• Health benefits
• Purchase Doman Building Materials Group Ltd. stock at a discounted price

• Fitness reimbursement
• Education reimbursement
• Professional Development reimbursement
• Scholarships for children
• Discounts on product purchases
• Employee referral bonus
• Annual Service Awards

WORK LOCATION: Acton, ON

DISCLAIMER:

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, the Company reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned; and should not be construed as a position change or constructive dismissal.

Doman welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada without sponsorship.

We thank you for your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.