GREAT JOB OPPORTUNITY IN CANADA / GRAN OPORTUNIDAD EN CANADÁ

WORK FROM YOUR HOME FOR A CANADIAN COMPANY

BEHIND EACH OF OUR DOORS, THERE IS INNOVATION, EXPERTISE, AND A PLACE FOR YOU!

Do you want to contribute to the growth of a thriving family-owned company with eight production sites across North America?

DE LA FONTAINE, recognized every year from 2021 to 2026 among Canada’s Best Managed Companies, is looking for an Estimator to report to the Estimating Supervisor. The Estimator receives and processes requests for quotations for steel doors and frames in construction projects. They prepare proposals based on client needs and the company’s pricing structure.

Job Description

More specifically, the Estimator will be responsible for:

• Preparing estimates and evaluations of doors and frames to develop quotations;
• Analyzing and interpreting blueprints and specifications;
• Preparing quotations by specifying quantities and including costs of doors and frames while considering pricing structure and margins;
• Occasionally assisting other estimators on projects with tight deadlines;
• Translating and adapting client projects into the company’s nomenclature;
• Providing support and follow-up by sharing technical information;
• Addressing client requests with internal resources;
• Taking on any other related responsibilities and tasks.

Permanent full-time position.
Remote work possible.

At DE LA FONTAINE, family matters. We take care of our employees.

What We Offer

• Job stability: Life is full of uncertainties, but you can rest assured that your job stability won’t be one of them.
• Remote work: Enjoy the flexibility of working from home while being part of a dynamic and supportive team.
• Food coupons: We provide food vouchers to support your everyday needs.
• Paid internet: Because staying connected shouldn’t be an extra cost for you.

And even more:

• Ongoing in-house training;
• Company, social, and sports activities.

The Ideal Candidate

You are the person we’re looking for if you have the following skills and qualities:

• Diploma directly related to the construction field (such as a college diploma in Architectural Technology, Building Technology, Engineering Technology, or an AEC in Construction Estimating);
• Ability to read blueprints and specifications;
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and advanced Excel);
• Relevant experience with metal products (an asset);
• Strong time and priority management skills;
• Ability to multitask;
• Strong customer orientation;
• Bilingual in English and French (spoken and written).*

*This position requires frequent communication with our clients, who are primarily based in the United States.

Join Us!

We want to get to know you! Join the great DE LA FONTAINE team!
Visit our website: www.delafontaine.ca for more information.

*Applications not selected will be kept on file for 1 year.

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• What are your salary expectations for this position?
• How does this position align with your career goals?

Experience:

• estimation: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Work Location: Remote