construction estimator

Overview

Languages

French

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• or equivalent experience

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

Hybrid

Work must be completed both in person and remotely.

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Prepare estimates of labour and/or material costs
• Prepare pre-qualification submissions to present clients
• Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements
• Operate CADD and other computer software systems
• Prepare estimates for general expenses and overheads
• Provide economic feasibility studies and preliminary estimates for proposed projects
• Project cash flow and financing requirements
• Create and submit estimate reports, quote sheets and bids forms
• Utilize quantity take-off procedures
• Advise on tendering procedures
• Analyze tenders and recommend awards
• Monitor and adjust contract expenditures
• Prepare and maintain directory of supplies and trade contractors
• Liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates
• Estimate type and quantity of materials and labour required for production, construction and other projects
• Prepare and monitor contracts and budgets
• Meet with clients to discuss system requirements, specifications, costs and timelines

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Estimating packages
• Take-off packages
• Scheduling packages
• Database
• Spreadsheet
• AutoCAD
• MS Excel
• MS Word
• Adobe Acrobat Reader

Type of experience

• Architecture
• Commercial and/or industrial construction
• Residential construction
• Contractors

Project size estimating experience

• 0 - $100,000
• $100,001 - $500,000
• $500,001 - $1,500,000

Area of work experience

• Purchasing, procurement and contracts
• Project coordination

Area of specialization

• Project management

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Sitting
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Own tools/equipment

• Equipment

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Team player
• Proactive

Benefits

Financial benefits

• Mileage paid

Other benefits

• Learning/training paid by employer

Employment groups

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Support for youths

• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth

Employment groups - Help

Membership in a group is not a job requirement. All interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

This employer is committed to providing all job applicants with equal employment opportunities, and promoting inclusion. If you self-identify as a member of any employment group, you are encouraged to indicate it in your application.

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