Estimator - Metals Fabrication

Are you a detail-oriented, proactive, and highly organized professional with a passion for construction and manufacturing? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where precision and teamwork are key? Do you have a strong understanding of bidding documents/specs/take-offs? Are you experienced with Metals Fabrication? If so, we want you to be part of our growing Sales Team as an Estimator! Advantages Location: Mississauga, ON Be part of a dynamic and supportive team. Work on exciting and impactful ICI (Institutional, Commercial, and Industrial) projects. Gain valuable experience in estimating, procurement, and fabrication processes. Competitive compensation. With the right mindset and drive -- management opportunities are available. Responsibilities What You’ll Do Analyze and review tender documents, architectural, mechanical, and structural drawings, and specifications. Support the Sales Team by reviewing and verifying specifications and identifying discrepancies. Prepare RFIs and requests for equal submissions to architects, consultants, and contractors. Conduct accurate quantity surveys of products using Excel spreadsheets and electronic or physical drawings. Develop and maintain cost estimates for materials and labor using pre-established and newly created spreadsheets. Update and improve material, labor, and service cost databases by liaising with suppliers and the manufacturing department. Track and schedule projects being tendered or quoted. Prepare quotations, budget proposals, and bid/tender forms for submission by the Sales Team. Provide technical support to the Sales Department and assist in bidding strategies and negotiations. Coordinate with the production team for material procurement and project execution. Foster a team-oriented environment, collaborating with all departments for overall company success. Qualifications What You Bring to the Table Education & Experience: Minimum Architectural Technologist Diploma, Mechanical Engineer Degree or equivalent. Technical Skills: Proficiency in reading and interpreting construction and working drawings, specifications, and tender documents. Software Proficiency: Experience with AutoCAD, Excel, Word, Outlook, and PDF applications. Estimating Expertise: Familiarity with estimating and take-off software. Industry Knowledge: Understanding of building envelope systems and fabrication processes for products made from various metals, particularly aluminum extrusions. Communication Skills: Strong command of the English language, both written and verbal. Attention to Detail: Ability to produce precise shop drawings and fabrication layout documents. Problem-Solving: Ability to proactively identify project needs, clarifications, and cost-effective solutions. Summary Our client specializes in providing top-tier construction and fabrication solutions. Their work is driven by innovation, accuracy, and collaboration. We are looking for an experienced Metals Fabrication Estimator who can analyze, plan, and execute detailed cost assessments and shop drawings, ensuring project success from start to finish. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and contribute your expertise to a growing company, apply now! Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community. Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.