Welcome To Islington Nurseries - Applying For The Estimator Position

INL Group of Companies has been in business for over 70 years. Our divisions include our Landscape Maintenance Division, Stone Yard Division, Landscape Construction and Garden Centre.

We are currently looking to fill the role of Estimator within our office.

Job Summary:

The Estimator will gather all costs relating to a project and provide a professional quotation to clients. Take-offs will be produced and the Estimator will have complete knowledge of materials used in the landscape construction industry and best practices. The Estimator must be able to liaise with management and be open to learning, asking the right questions and producing results.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Prepare detailed estimates, quantity takeoffs including all labour, material and equipment costs
Assist in meetings with clients and partners
Respond to internal and external inquiries timely
Co-ordinate subcontractor submissions, during the tendering process via phone in a professional and courteous manner
Identify local subcontractors and suppliers, solicit quotes and prepare comparison sheets
Co-ordinate field visits to qualify information
Coordinating submission of tender documents
Review RFP’s and contractual documents and prepare cost proposals and final tender documents for clients within given time frames
Identify and evaluate risk mitigation strategies
Post tender practice (manage files/submittal logs/material lists/drawings)
Preparation of project binders – maintain all supporting documentation around estimations
Tracking of site Instruction and change orders
Prepare shop drawings as required
Complete project on time and under budget
Presentable and professional at all times
Good work ethic, punctual and dependable
Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

Completion of relevant college or university program preferably in Landscape Architecture
Minimum 1 year of relevant experience
Understanding of landscape industry and landscape construction materials
Able to interpret landscape drawings
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel

Skills and Competencies:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to handle multiple tenders
Accuracy in reporting is critical
Must be detail-oriented and a thinker
Effective decision-making skills
Strong organizational skills to handle multiple deadlines
Able to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment and adapt to changes
Excellent time-management skills
Great documentation and proof-reading skills
Ability to be a visible team-player and have excellent interpersonal skills
Able to assume responsibility and follow direction

*Range of pay is based on experience

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