Estimator

We are looking for an Estimator to join our talented team in the Project Management Department. Reporting to the Team Lead, the incumbent will be responsible to plan, direct, monitor, and coordinate projects in the bidding phase.

More specifically, you will have to:

• Plan, direct, coordinate multiple bids simultaneously in a given territory and establish scope, schedule, and budget. This includes but not limited to: quotes, qualifications, document management, negotiations, government regulatory compliance, communication and continuous improvement;

• Help manage and control the contract process in conjunction with the Contract Administrator and client;

Pre-bid/Bidding/Planning:

• Performs pre-bid activities, to include procurement of necessary plans and specifications, scope review, request for quotes from subcontractors.

• Request Bid Bonds

• Provides technical sales support, as applicable.

• Provides material take offs

• Pre-qualify subcontractors.

• Quantify and confirm synthetic turf pricing.

• Review General and Supplemental Conditions

• Completes scope review and build estimate, sets profitability with assistance from supervisor.

• Submits Request for Information to Owner, A/E for bids.

• Identifies scope risk, makes recommendations on how to mitigate risk.

• Chairs weekly conference call with Regional Sales representatives to ensure bids are being tracked.

• Updates bid activity metrics.

• Submits final bid package.

• Assists with bid forms and qualifies sub trade proposals, as applicable, not limited to:

• Schedules
• Project Management Plans
• Narratives
• Scope Clarifications
• Alternates
• Unit pricing
• Resumes/Key Personnel
• Subcontractors

• Chairs bid reviews.

• Verifies that necessary critical documents, local rules, and permits are complete, delivered and/or posted.

Your skills we value:

• General construction knowledge; understands specifications, drawings, materials, and methods and procedures.

• Intermediate knowledge of key principles involved in bid preparation; including quantity takeoff procedures and systems, subtrade partner procurement, pricing, interdepartmental functions and bid-closing procedures.

• Understanding of market conditions, business trends, internal historical information, and competitors.

• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with stakeholders including the ability to solicit subtrade partners and suppliers.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (intermediate level of excel).

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple assignments at once.

• Close attention to detail.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

What We Offer

• A commitment that Safety is #1

• Competitive benefits, pay, and retirement plan options

• Career growth, stability, and flexible work arrangements.

Responsible Manufacturing - Protecting Our Planet for the Future

• We utilize renewable energy and a closed loop recycled water process.

• We are committed to reducing greenhouse emissions and water consumption.

• We are the only flooring company recognized by the Asthma and Allergy foundation.

Who we are:

With a history of 140 years, Tarkett is a worldwide leader in innovative flooring and sport surface solutions with 12,000 employees and 34 industrial sites. Offering a wide range of products including vinyl, linoleum, rubber, carpet, wood, laminate, artificial turf, and athletic tracks. The Group serves customers in more than 100 countries across the globe.

Committed to change the game with circular economy and to reducing its carbon footprint, the Group has implemented an eco-innovation strategy based on Cradle to Cradle principles, fully aligned with its Tarkett Human-Conscious Design approach.

Tarkett is listed on Euronext (Compartment B, ISIN FR0004188670, ticker: TKTT). www.tarkett-group.com

Tarkett is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in backgrounds and in experiences and promote an inclusive workplace where all employees can perform at their best.