About EMCO Corporation EMCO Corporation is one of Canada's leading construction wholesale distribution businesses, serving contractors and partners across the country. Backed by more than 115 years of experience, we combine the strength and stability of a national organization with the agility and entrepreneurial spirit of a growing business. About EMCO Corporation EMCO Corporation is one of Canada's leading construction wholesale distribution businesses, serving contractors and partners across the country. Backed by more than 115 years of experience, we combine the strength and stability of a national organization with the agility and entrepreneurial spirit of a growing business. Our purpose is to help build stronger communities by delivering the products, expertise, and service that support critical systems in residential, commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects across Canada. What makes EMCO Corporation different is our people and culture Our teammates are empowered to make decisions, develop customer relationships, drive growth, and shape the future of their business. We provide the tools, support, and mentorship needed to succeed, while encouraging initiative, accountability, and innovation. Our culture is built on four core values Fairness & Caring Trust & Respect Straight Talk Generous Listening Diversity, Inclusion & Opportunity EMCO Corporation is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where every teammate can succeed. We believe that diverse backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and ideas make us a stronger organization and better partner to our customers. We actively encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ2S+ community, and individuals from all backgrounds.



We are particularly committed to increasing representation of women in leadership and throughout the construction wholesale industry by creating an environment where talent, performance, and potential drive chance. Why Join EMCO Corporation Learn from experienced leaders and mentors! Participate in industry-leading training and development programs. Competitive salary, benefits, pension, and profit-sharing programs Long-term career growth with one of Canada's most respected organizations Team-oriented culture that supports work-life balance. Job Description Strategic Development Trainee – Quotations Focus Are you highly organized, detail-oriented, and interested in building a long-term career in the construction and wholesale distribution industry? EMCO Hamilton Mountain is looking for a Strategic Development Trainee with a focus on quotations to join and strengthen our Bid & Spec team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent college or university graduate—or someone early in their career—who enjoys working with numbers, analyzing detailed information, solving problems, and managing deadlines. The Strategic Development Program is designed to provide broad exposure to our business while developing the technical, commercial, and leadership skills required for future growth within EMCO. Your initial focus will be on quotations and project support, where you will receive hands‑on training and mentorship while learning how projects move from the bidding stage through award and delivery. Over time,



you will learn to review construction drawings and specifications, complete material takeoffs, obtain vendor pricing, prepare accurate quotations, and coordinate awarded projects. You will also gain experience in customer service, sales, purchasing, operations, inventory management, credit, and other areas of the profit centre. This position requires patience, accuracy, curiosity, initiative, and a strong sense of ownership. Previous plumbing‑industry experience is not required, but you must be motivated to develop technical product knowledge and comfortable working in a deadline‑driven environment. Quotations and Project Support Learn to read construction drawings, specifications, schedules, and other project documentation. Assist with quantity takeoffs and the preparation of accurate material lists. Obtain pricing, availability, lead times, and technical information from vendors. Prepare and organize customer quotations with support from experienced teammates. Track bid deadlines, addenda, project revisions, and quotation follow‑ups. Maintain accurate electronic project files and supporting documentation. Identify potential gaps, exclusions, substitutions, and sales opportunities within project specifications. Support awarded projects by coordinating submittals, purchasing, delivery schedules, change orders, and project documentation. Build relationships with customers, vendors, and teammates to support successful project execution. Develop the ability to manage increasingly complex quotations independently. Strategic Development and Business Training Learn the complete sales cycle, from identifying an opportunity and preparing a quotation through order fulfillment and after-sales support. Gain exposure to customer service, inside sales,

📌 Strategic Development Trainee ( Quotations Focus) (Hamilton)
🏢 Emco Corporation: Plumbing, HVAC, Waterworks, Industrial, Irrigation, Fire Protection
📍 Hamilton