Architectural Estimator

Our client Ten Plus Architectural Products Ltd. is looking to hire an Architectural Estimator.

Applications will only be accepted through this process - do not attempt to contact the Company by phone email mail or fax as those submissions will not be accepted.

We thank all who apply but only successful candidates will be contacted regarding next steps.

Job Description

The Estimator person is detail oriented well organized and proactive individual. They will be included as part of the Sales Team. Among other things the Estimator is responsible for gathering / assembling all information including updated material and labour costs. details to successfully produce detailed shop drawings and fabrication layout documents. This demands constant and open communication with all manufacturers suppliers Ten Plus Production and members of the Sales team.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of an Architectural Technologist Diploma or same.
• Fully understand read interpret construction & working drawings (blueprints) specifications and tender documents.
• Able to prepare and complete tender bid documents.
• Working knowledge of software programs Excel Word; Outlook.
• Ability to use and work in AutoCad and PDF applications
• A good command of the English language; able to properly and clearly communicate both orally and in writing
• Knowledge & experience in any other estimating or take-off software
• Basic concepts of the manufacturing process to fabricate products made of various metals mainly aluminum extrusions would be a requirement.
• Understanding of Building Envelope concepts & details as it relates to transitions between different components of the cladding materials such as curtain wall siding panels masonry air vapor barriers insulation thermal barriers louvres sunshades

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyze / review tender documents drawings & specifications (Architectural / Mechanical / Structural) related to Ten Plus products for various ICI projects (General Tender Lump Sum Project Management P3 Design Build etc).
• Support the sales department including the review of specifications & drawings to confirm that Ten Plus is specified and identify any discrepancies or clarifications required.
• Prepare any RFI and request for equal for submittal to Architects Consultants Contractors etc.
• Complete & prepare a proper detailed quantity survey of all Ten Plus products using:

o Excel Spreadsheets

o Electronic set of specifications and drawings (either in PDF or AutoCad); downloaded from various Construction Associations website or Contractors ftp sites.

o Physical set of specifications and drawings (blueprints)

o Customers email

• Formulate a labour & material cost on Ten Plus fabricated products using pre-established Excel spreadsheets as well as modifying or developing new spreadsheets where required.
• Continually improve & update costing of material labour and services by obtaining pricing from suppliers and communicating with production/manufacturing department.
• Schedule and track projects being tendered/quoted.
• Complete & prepare quotations budget proposals bid / tender forms for submittal by sales department.
• Provide assistance to sales department on technical aspects and offer input on bidding strategies and negotiation.
• Assist and/or communicate with production department on material procurement.
• Duties and responsibilities are not limited to the above employee is required to occasionally assist in other areas when the need arises.
• Employee must be a team player and cooperate with all other departments for the betterment of the company.

Although the foregoing attempts to enumerate each and every skill qualification duty and responsibility such list could never be complete. Given that this is a dynamic position it is important to demonstrate focus dedication and commitment. Good judgement is always necessary and expected. When challenged with a problem or circumstances beyond your understanding or responsibility good judgement dictates that you ask your direct supervisor or member of management for direction.