Estimator - Project Manager Electrical Power Distribution | Estimateur Chargé de projets - Distribution électrique de puissance
Statut / Status:
Regular, Full time
Emplacement / Location:
Lévis, Quebec
Description du poste / Job Description
Main responsibilities of the estimator – project manager include all activities related to the detailed study of various automation projects and the preparation of quotations for control panels of all levels of complexity (starters, contactor enclosures, programmable logic relays, PLCs, etc.) for the company’s clients.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Conduct a detailed study of projects based on plans and specifications (quotations);
Accurately prepare quotes and proposal drafts according to company standards;
Perform calculations and estimate the quantity of materials required for the projects;
Estimate the labor costs for automation projects as accurately as possible;
Communicate with clients to obtain clarifications on their needs and ensure their specifications are met;
Contact suppliers and request price quotes to prepare the proposals;
Develop good business relationships and communication with clients and suppliers;
Maintain constant communication with staff from other teams involved in various automation projects or ongoing proposal preparation;
Provide relevant and up-to-date information to the various departments involved in project execution;
Attend weekly Sales Department meetings;
Collaborate in planning the order book and priority management with the Sales and Operations departments;
Work with the technical department on product innovation and the evolution of practices in the automation field;
Follow up with existing clients and/or ensure excellent after-sales service;
Occasionally promote the company’s activities to clients;
Perform all other related tasks.
SKILLS PROFILE AND REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education / Experience / Certification
DEC in Electrical Engineering (Industrial Electronics Technology), AEC in Industrial Automation and Instrumentation, or DEP in Electromechanics of Automated Systems;
Possess three to five years of relevant technical experience;
Any other combination of education and experience will be considered.
Knowledge
Knowledge of the Quebec electrical code and various standards (CSA, UL, etc.);
Functional knowledge of English*;
Strong knowledge of control and automation, electricity, and/or electronics;
Basic knowledge of machine safety;
Knowledge of Servicentre and various programming languages (an asset).
*Functional knowledge of English is required as we have some English-speaking clients.
Required Skills and Abilities
Ability to understand and analyze client needs;
Ability to interpret electrical plans and process diagrams;
Ability to read and write documents, plans, and work instructions, and easily explain them to designers, programmers, panel builders, or other company stakeholders;
Ability to manage or intervene on multiple projects or assignments simultaneously, within tight deadlines;
Good team spirit, professionalism, attention to detail, autonomy, precision, accuracy, analytical ability, stress resilience, and interpersonal skills;
Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to understand certain business issues;
Stay informed about technological developments in the field.
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Les principales responsabilités de l’estimateur – chargé de projets visent l’ensemble des activités reliées à l’étude détaillée de projets de distribution électrique de puissance.
PRINCIPALES RESPONSABILITÉS
• Faire l’étude détaillée de projets à partir de plans et devis (soumissions);
• Rédiger avec exactitude des cotations et des projets de soumissions selon les standards de l’entreprise;
• Effectuer les calculs et l’estimation de la quantité de matériaux nécessaires aux projets;
• Communiquer avec le client pour obtenir les précisions sur ses besoins et s’assurer du respect des spécifications de ce…