Fabrication Estimator

Breakwater Metaland is currently seeking to employ an Estimator experienced in steel fabrication and the key duties and responsibilities of the role include:

  • Communicate with customers regarding fabrication sales enquiries, quote requests and follow ups.
  • Read & understand customer engineering drawings, building plans or specifications to quantify materials, labour and equipment required to accurately generate quotations.
  • Use estimation software and tools to perform calculations and generate quotations.
  • Schedule & monitor your jobs through the production process including confirming material availability.
  • Track all costs against project estimations including tracking variations and/or rectification works.
  • Ensure all commitments you make to customers are fulfilled.
  • Manage & develop relationships with customers by identifying opportunities & offering exceptional customer service.

 

To be successful in this role you will have:

  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to adapt your style to suit a variety of customers from both trade and office environments.
  • Attention to detail with the ability to meticulously review project documents.
  • Good organisational skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Relevant experience and proven success as an estimator/project coordinator.
  • Proactive attitude towards learning and professional development
  • Experience with Microsoft Office suite of products.

 

Advantages:

  • Strong knowledge & understanding of steel fabrication processes, structural design principles, and Australian industry standards related to steel construction.
  • Experience in CAD software for reviewing drawings and generating take-offs advantageous.
  • Strong working knowledge of estimation and/or project management software such as Bluebeam, Planswift or similar.

 

To apply for this excellent opportunity please send your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and salary expectation via Seek or directly to [email protected].   For a confidential discussion relating to this role please contact Grant Tournier on 5248 6384.

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