Description:
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing and dynamic company? Due to an internal promotion, Maxispan, a leading light gauge steel frame manufacturer based in Salisbury South, is seeking a motivated Trainee Estimator to join our team.
About Us:
Maxispan is a proudly South Australian company that specialises in the manufacturing and supply of steel framing, trusses, and floor systems for both residential and commercial construction projects. We take pride in our innovative approach making Maxispan an excellent place for like-minded individuals to thrive.
What We Offer:
• A permanent full-time position
• The opportunity to work in a purpose-built facility that fosters collaboration.
• Career development opportunities across various internal teams, allowing you to broaden your skill set and take on new challenges.
• Continuous learning and professional growth with access to resources and training.
• The chance to be part of a growing company that values employee contributions and invests in their development.
About the role:
As a Trainee Estimator, you will play a crucial role in supporting Maxispan sales activities and the pre-construction team by way of completing quotations, tender and contract documentation for customers whilst ensuring that company required margins on all projects are maintained.
About your new career and what we can train you to do:
• Prepare pricing proposals/quotations that incorporate final figures for estimated cost, including adjustments for overheads and required profit ratios.
• Ensure all changes, revisions and/or variations are documented and entered into the system and communicated to customers
• Work closely with and assist Pre-Production team to ensure that they receive accurate documentation to enable appropriate ordering, acquisition, and delivery of materials.
• Prepare Picking Lists from completed framing plans and ensure any variations or omissions that are identified are promptly communicated to management.
• Prepare Purchase Orders for Installation Contractors in a timely and accurate manner.
• Update relevant databases to ensure records of all quote activity are accurate and up to date.
About you:
We are looking for candidates who possess:
• Tertiary/TAFE qualification in Estimating Cert IV or equivalent
• A detail-oriented mindset and the ability to maintain high levels of accuracy.
• Ability to read building plans and specifications and prepare take offs of quantities and numbers.
• Knowledge of building materials and ability to follow process and ability to adapt to change.
Why Maxispan
• Maxispan Pty Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
• Employee Assist Program
• Opportunities for continued learning and to develop new skills
• Modern Offices and staff facilities
At Maxispan, we envision becoming South Australia’s Steel Frame Supplier of Choice. Our commitment to excellence is driven by our core values:
- Respect – Value opinions, accept differences and acknowledge achievements.
- Integrity – Open, honest, and ethical in all communications.
- Curiosity – Embrace creative thinking, new technology and Ideas.
- Wellbeing – A safe, supportive, and inclusive work environment.
- Commitment – Striving to be the best we can be.
Please Note: All candidates must have full working rights within Australia.