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Senior Paint Estimator

AVID Contracting Ltd

4.2 out of 5 stars

19299 94 Avenue, Surrey, BC V4N 4E6

$30–$50 an hour - Full-time

Location

19299 94 Avenue, Surrey, BC V4N 4E6

Benefits

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Dental care
Life insurance
Employee assistance program
Disability insurance
Casual dress
Extended health care
Wellness program

Full job description

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PAINT ESTIMATOR

Company

Avid Contracting Ltd is a full-service demoBUILDpaint company. We regularly cover the construction scope of demolition, framing, insulating, drywall, taping & finishing, glazing, specialty ceilings, doors, frames & hardware, millwork, and painting & coatings. Our primary focus is on commercial, institutional, industrial, and high-end residential projects. We perform most of our scopes with in-house expert trades people, and we are proud of the team that we have built.

Our Mission

To deliver high quality construction services on schedule and at competitive prices
To meet or exceed our client’s expectations during the entire lifecycle of the project while maintaining a service- minded approach that will foster long-term business relationships
To maintain the highest level of professionalism, integrity, and fairness in our dealings with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and employees
To create a work environment where employees are paid fairly, challenged, appreciated, and rewarded for exceptional performance

Because of our growth and continued success, we are seeking individuals to join our team who understand our mission statement and core values.

This is for you if:

You are passionate about your career
You are self-motivated and able to work with minimal direction
You care about producing quality work with excellent attention to detail
You work well in a fast-paced environment
You have strong communication skills with English fluency

Job Description – PAINT ESTIMATOR

The position of Estimator will require you to determine the scope of work, create estimates, and send them to our clients for review. You will also procure quotes from subtrades & suppliers, perform take-offs, and review plans in detail.

Skills & Requirements

Develop painting estimates and bids using Quick Bid and complete takeoffs using On-Screen Takeoff
Good understanding of the paint trade processes and materials used/needed
Ability to work in a high pace environment and adhere to schedules and deadlines
Highly developed negotiating skills that take the company’s best interest and client relationships into consideration
Understand the painting scope of work
Read building plans, specifications, and must be able to read drawings
Understand and navigate building codes, contractual terms, and conditions
Perform site measuring as required
Communicate with trade partners and team members regarding new and current projects
Excellent use of time management
Strong analytical and mathematical skills
Extreme attention to detail and accuracy
Strong communication skills, both oral and written

Responsibilities

Estimating

Take offs – counting amounts of materials/labour needed to complete the job
Determine equipment and material requirements
Request and manage pricing from sub-trades/vendors
Pricing/quoting – put a dollar value to materials/labour
Adjust costs to account for profit, overhead and indirect costs
Write up quote to present to client
Receive client feedback on quotes and adjust pricing if needed
Price additional work/extras that have been added to existing contracts
Ensure timely completion of estimates

Education & Training

Grade 12, GED or equivalent
Relevant trade experience
Estimating courses and/or certifications
Knowledge of current provincial and municipal building codes
Working knowledge of computers and applications (Word, Excel, etc.)

Tools & Equipment Requirements

Cell phone
Vehicle

Health & Safety Requirements

Every worker will take reasonable care to protect their own health & safety and the health & safety of other persons who may be affected by their acts or omissions.

In addition, workers will:

Know and follow all health and safety requirements
Ask for training before beginning any task if they do not know how to do it safely
Work safely and encourage their co-workers to do the same
Correct any unsafe conditions or immediately report them to their supervisor
Immediately report any injury to a First Aid Attendant or Supervisor
Take the initiative and make suggestions to improve Health & Safety
Report to your supervisor any impairments you suffer from (prescriptions or otherwise)

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