Sales & Project Lead – Steel Fabrication / Marine Industry
Earls Marine Closures and Services Ltd.
- Port Kells, Surrey, BC (In-Person)
About Us
Earls Marine Closures and Services Ltd. is a family-owned company specializing in the design, detailing, fabrication, and installation of custom marine closures. Based in Port Kells, Surrey, we proudly serve clients both locally and internationally, supporting vessels around the world.
We are growing and are looking for a motivated, detail-oriented professional to join our team as a Sales & Project Lead.
Position Summary
The Sales & Project Lead plays a critical role in managing steel and miscellaneous metal projects from initial client contact through to completion. This position blends estimating, customer relationship management, and project oversight, making it ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
The successful candidate will have strong experience in steel fabrication and a proven ability to lead projects through design, detailing, fabrication, and installation.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare accurate estimates and quotations for steel fabrication projects
- Develop detailed project scopes and proposals for clients
- Build and maintain strong, long-term customer relationships
- Collaborate with clients to establish realistic timelines and deliverables
- Review drawings and specifications to determine materials, processes, and compliance requirements
- Coordinate with shop management and maintain a daily schedule of active projects
- Monitor project costs and support job costing reviews
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to quality standards
Skills & Qualifications
- Minimum 2+ years of experience in estimating steel fabrication projects
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in steel fabrication
- Strong knowledge of steel grades, fasteners, connections, and fabrication processes
- Ability to read and interpret engineering, architectural, and construction drawings
- Proven experience managing projects from award through completion
- Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Experience with QuickBooks is considered an asset
- Must be legally eligible to work in Canada
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Comprehensive benefits package (dental, extended health, vision)
- Supportive, family-oriented team environment
- Casual dress code
- On-site parking
- Opportunity to work on unique marine projects across the globe
Schedule
- Full-time, Monday to Friday
- 8-hour shifts
Work Location
- In-person at our Port Kells facility in Surrey, BC
How to Apply
If you meet the qualifications and are excited to be part of a growing and dynamic company, we encourage you to apply.
While we appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Join our team and help us continue delivering high-quality marine solutions worldwide.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $30.00-$40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Vision care
Experience:
- Manufacturing: 2 years (preferred)
- Construction estimating: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
