estimator, construction

Education:

Bachelor's degree. or equivalent experience.

Work setting:

Estimating.

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.
• Create and submit estimate reports, quote sheets and bids forms.
• Advise on tendering procedures.
• Analyze tenders and recommend awards.
• 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.
• Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications.

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :

• Gold Seal Membership in the Canadian Construction Association.
• Membership in the Professional Corporation for Estimators.
• First Aid Certificate.
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate.

Type of experience:

• Civil.
• Mechanical construction.
• Commercial and/or industrial construction.
• Industrial construction.
• Institutional construction.
• Residential construction.
• Structural engineering.

Project size estimating experience:

$1,500,001 - $4,000,000.

Area of work experience:

Project coordination.

Area of specialization:

Project management.

Security and safety:

• Bondable.
• Basic security clearance.
• Criminal record check.
• Driving record check (abstract).
• Drug test.

Transportation/travel information:

• Own transportation.
• Willing to travel.
• Own vehicle.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Fast-paced environment.
• Work under pressure.
• Tight deadlines.
• Handling heavy loads.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to distinguish between colours.
• Sound discrimination.
• Sitting.
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking.
• Standing for extended periods.

Own tools/equipment:

Steel-toed safety boots.

Personal suitability:

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

Screening questions:

• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?.
• Do you have experience working in this field?.

Employment terms options:

• Early morning.
• Morning.

Experience:

5 years or more.

Employment terms options:

Day.

Health benefits:

• Dental plan.
• Disability benefits.
• Health care plan.
• Paramedical services coverage.
• Vision care benefits.

Financial benefits:

• Group insurance benefits.
• Life insurance.
• Pension plan.
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP).

Other benefits:

• Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP).
• Wellness program.