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We are Hiring! Looking for a role where you’re not just another cog in the machine? At Tri-Can Contract, we’re not just the top Flooring and Tile contractor in the city; we’re a dynamic, ever-growing team that’s thriving in an industry most find challenging. Founded in 1981, we’ve expanded organically, year after year—proof that when you get it right, the results speak for themselves. And here’s the best part: our leadership isn’t in some glass tower. The owners are right here, actively managing projects and mentoring up-and-coming talent. If you’re looking for hands-on training with some of the sharpest, most experienced pros in the business, welcome to the place that’s been creating success stories for over 40 years. Plus, we’re not your “typical” construction company. As a rare gem in the industry, our leadership team is partly female, adding a unique perspective and strength. We’re building an inclusive, equal-opportunity team, and we believe in empowering everyone to excel. About the Position Reporting to the Senior Estimator, this is a newly created role driven by pure growth, not replacement. You’ll handle the essential nuts and bolts of our projects, from detailed take-offs and estimates to on-site visits that ensure we’re delivering precision on every job. Key Responsibilities Dive into Planswift, Bluebeam, or similar software to perform precise take-offs and estimates. Collaborate with project management teams to develop project budgets and timelines. Maintain a database of historical costs for future reference and benchmarking. Input project details and prepare pricing info in Maestro, our project tracking software. Roll up your sleeves and hit the job sites when needed to confirm conditions, project requirements and to gather relevant data. What We’re Looking For Experience: 1-5 years in flooring or tile estimating. Software Savvy: Strong grasp of Planswift, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office. Maestro or comparable project management software? Even better. Education: Relevant college certification from an Ontario institution. Skills & Traits to Knock This Out of the Park Rock-solid communication skills, written and verbal. Strong attention to detail. Our success begins from your ability to get it right. Laser focus. Our open office keeps things lively, but you’re all about getting it done. Initiative and independence. If you’re driven, detail-oriented, and can manage the numbers like a pro, you’ll thrive here. The Rewards Compensation: $43,500 - $70,000 + bonus, tailored to your experience. Perks: Health insurance after probation, and the unbeatable opportunity to work alongside industry experts in a company that’s never stopped growing. How to Apply If you’re ready to be part of a team that’s breaking industry norms, submit your resume and cover letter. Only the best will hear from us for an interview Deadline Applications open until we find the right fit. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: $43,500.00-$70,000.00 per year

Many smaller contractors I see have one overwhelming issue: They think they’re in the excavation business (or whatever trade they’re in), when they’re really in the talent acquisition business. Let me explain. If you’re growing your company, you get to a point where just you need more help. More time and talent. You simply can’t do it all yourself. There aren’t enough hours in the day. And you ought to know because you work all of them. So you have to hire an operator or a laborer. That one hire becomes several hires in the field. Pretty soon your doing a couple million per year and it’s still just you running all the estimating, sales, scheduling, managing projects, and bookkeeping. So you have to hire some office help. Some contract labor, or maybe some part time help at first. But as you grow, the need for this help grows too. The only problem is, there aren’t just perfect fit people growing on trees these days. So you have to get creative and go out of your way to find, hire, and train these folks, both for the field and the office. The hires can take the pressure off your plate and allow you to focus where you’re best. But it’s critical to understand that it takes a different kind of work to find people than it does to load dirt into a truck. If you’re an owner in this situation, it may help you to reset your expectations and rethink the business you’re truly in. Your highest priority job is not to put pipe in the ground, grade out pads, or haul rock. To level up, your real job is to find, hire, train up, and lead people that fit your company well. With people, you can grow. Without, you can’t. Period.

Which candidate is more likely to get the estimating job? Why? Candidate A: I've done estimating but I can also do project management and detailing. I just want a job where I can be helpful. 🧰 Candidate B: I want to continue to grow as an estimating professional. I also have experience with project management and detailing which can come in handy. 🛠️ #Construction #Recuiting # Staffing #Hiring

#new vacancy! #new vacancy! #new vacancy! Estimating and operational site works. What You'll Be Doing: Manage Projects: From quoting and purchasing to delivery and payments, you'll handle it all. Your goal? Make sure our clients' customers are happy with the installation from start to finish. Keep Systems Updated: Maintain our clients' databases to ensure everyone has the latest information on accounts, addresses, and invoices. Communicate Like a Pro: Keep everyone in the loop about any changes or issues with customers or orders. Build Strong Relationships: Work hard to secure and maintain excellent customer contacts and keep the team updated on any new developments or services. Support the Team: Help out the sales team and your colleagues to make sure customers’ needs are always met. Lead Meetings: Run pre-start meetings with clients to ensure everyone is on the same page before work begins. Coordinate Services: Work closely with customer support to ensure our client gets the best returns on projects. Hit Financial Targets: Make sure our clients' Strategic Service team hits their financial goals to boost overall performance. Develop Your Team: Guide and support your team members to ensure they have the skills to excel and meet customer needs. Keep Things Accurate: Ensure the order book is up-to-date and accurate for the rest of the business. Be Flexible: Take on any other tasks that help support our clients' business activities. Why You'll Love This Job: Dynamic Role: No two days are the same! You'll get to work on a variety of projects and tasks. Team Spirit: Join a supportive team where everyone works together to achieve great results. Career Growth: There's plenty of room to grow and develop your skills. Who Should Apply: We welcome candidates from a customer service background as well as experienced estimators and project managers! If you have strong communication skills, a knack for keeping things organized, and a desire to learn, our client can train you for this role. Ready for a new challenge? Apply now! #vacancy #estimator #projectmanagement #customerservice

For homeowners, there is a lot at stake when choosing a builder to carry out domestic work. It is therefore vital to get at least three different quotes for the project, so an informed decision can be made. From insurance to contracts to budgets, read our guide to find out what consumers should consider when hiring a contractor.   https://lnkd.in/ed74nqds

If you’re an owner/operator, you’re eternally torn between...   Building your sales pipeline, and performing the work you already have.   Recently, we worked with a contractor who was in this exact position. Her bandwidth was maxed out, and despite steady revenue numbers, growth had stalled.   She had an epiphany: to scale, she needed to split her duties. As a smaller residential contractor, running the business involved everything from pre-con, bid out, permitting, inspection walks, engineering & architectural sign-offs,...etc etc.. alongside BD efforts. No one sells like the owner, right? 😉   After a few hours of diagnostic meetings, we built a job description for a Director of Construction, and launched the search. We closed it out in under a month.   Now, with a dedicated operational leader in place to focus on delivery, she's free to focus on implementing new systems, processes, and technologies, and, most importantly, working with customers—her passion and strength. The result? They are positioned for growth … and as an owner she now gets to focus in on her zone of genius.   Remember, the cost of delegation can be minimal compared to the growth it enables. Build your bench, make your mark. . . . #hiring #construction #recruiting #bybmym

“We use cash” This tells me one thing: you’re not growing at the rate that’s possible for your company. On average, the payment on $1MM could be anywhere between $20,000-$30,000 depending on the equipment and your credit/cash-flow. What would $1,000,000 asset purchase actually cost your business? Salaries -Project Manager: $100,000 -Laborers: $60,000x5 -Sales Rep: $65,000x2 -Safety Supervisor: $80,000 -Engineers: $125,000x3 Instead of hiring and building your team out to take on bigger projects and more work, often times the choice is made to just pay cash. Let’s discuss your next purchase and show you in black and white how it makes more sense for your business to scale by financing with us.

We get a LOT of questions from customers about hiring contractors for various projects. What the state requires of contractors vs what a home owner should be aware of do not always line up. See the link below to our most recent blog on How to Hire a Contractor for some tips and information to be aware of before you make any calls.

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Today, I want to salute the less traditional roles we recruit in #constructionmanagement. Last week I asked: is being a Project Manager always the end goal? (Hint: it shouldn’t be). To continue that thought: Construction Management grads have options beyond the traditional paths. Here are some pros and cons I've noticed in some of the more atypical Construction Management careers: Scheduler *Manage and understand a gazillion variables to get the project done faster and on time. Pros: 🏭 Always on interesting and complex projects 💰 Opportunity to quickly progress into high paying positions Cons: 🛫 While demand is high, may need to relo to follow those complex projects 😕 Often the rest of the team doesn’t fully understand what you do. BIM/VDC Manager *Bring drawings to life so all the non-construction people can get the vision,. Pros: 📈 Growth position with newly created roles frequently. 🌐 At the forefront of technological developments in the industry. Cons: 😞 May operate as a lone ranger at a small to mid-sized company.. 💾 Could find “old school” thinkers pushing back on what you’re doing or on new investments   Owners Rep *Don’t let the GC fleece the owner. 🕴 Highly coveted position with lots of respect on the project. 🏄♀️ Typically, solid work-life balance. Cons: 😐 Job insecurity. When the owner stops building, you may call that recruiter. 💳 Pay raises can level off, particularly if you are internal for a company whose core is not construction management. Business Development Manager *Grow the company. 🤑 The comp: this core position often has the highest upside with a high base and very high bonus potential 💡 You will always know where the next opportunities are (for the business and for yourself) Cons: 😕 Even if you are excellent at developing clients, you may find the management team behind you doesn’t have the resumes to get the work or the capabilities to do a good job ⚽ Late nights at networking events when you could be at your kid’s soccer game Quality Control Manager *See the trees through the forest. 💵 Fast pay growth, particularly when on federal projects 👍 Uphold the standards and make sure the work is done right. Cons: 👿 Get to be the “bad guy” when the project is not meeting standards 🗒 Documentation Safety Manager *Your whole job is to save everyone’s life. 😇 No question your work matters 👩🎓 Credentials and certs truly open doors in your career Cons: ✈ Travel – again, you may be following the large projects 😟 Position can be outsourced at smaller firms, leaving you looking Construction Company Founder *America loves our entrepreneurs and job creators! Pros 📶 Skip the career ladder ⬆ Enormous upside Cons: 🏡 ➕You may lose your house, if not your shirt 😫 If you close shop, pivoting to a W2 employee is quite difficult #Construction people, this is the insight I get from talking to you. Would love to hear other thoughts!