glazing estimator

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Bachelor's degree
• Civil engineering technology/technician

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Estimating

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
• Create and submit estimate reports, quote sheets and bids forms
• Analyze tenders and recommend awards
• Liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Estimating packages
• Spreadsheet
• AutoCAD
• MS Excel
• Quick Books

Type of experience

• Civil
• Residential construction

Project size estimating experience

• 0 - $100,000
• $100,001 - $500,000

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan

Other benefits

• Free parking available