construction estimator

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma
• or equivalent experience
  
  

Experience

Experience an asset

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 elemental format estimates (Classes B, C, D)
• Operate CADD and other computer software systems
• Prepare estimates for general expenses and overheads
• Project cash flow and financing requirements
• Create and submit estimate reports, quote sheets and bids forms
• Utilize quantity take-off procedures
• Monitor and adjust contract expenditures
• Liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates
• Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications
  
  

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
  
  

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Estimating packages
• Take-off packages
• Scheduling packages
• Spreadsheet
• AutoCAD
• MS Excel
• MS Word
  
  

Project size estimating experience

• $1,500,001 - $4,000,000
• $8,000,001 +
• $100,001 - $500,000
• $500,001 - $1,500,000
  
  

Area of work experience

• Purchasing, procurement and contracts
  
  

Area of specialization

• Project management
• Single ply sheet membrane roofing system
• Modified roofing system
  
  

Additional information

Security and safety

• Driving record check (abstract)
  
  

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence
• Vehicle supplied by employer
  
  

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Sitting
  
  

Own tools/equipment

• Hard hat
• Steel-toed safety boots
  
  

Personal suitability

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

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits
  
  

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Mileage paid
  
  

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance
  
  

Other Benefits

• Free parking available
• Parking available
• Travel insurance