construction estimator

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.

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 .
• Prepare estimates for general expenses and overheads.
• Create and submit estimate reports, quote sheets and bids forms.
• Utilize quantity take-off procedures.
• Analyze tenders and recommend awards.
• Liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates.

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :

Carpenter Trade Certification.

Computer and technology knowledge:

Spreadsheet. MS Excel. MS Word.

Type of experience:

• Commercial and/or industrial construction.
• Residential construction.

Project size estimating experience:

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

Area of specialization:

Project management.

Security and safety:

Bondable.

Transportation/travel information:

• Own transportation.
• Valid driver's licence.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Fast-paced environment.
• Work under pressure.
• Tight deadlines.
• Attention to detail.
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking.

Personal suitability:

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

Screening questions:

• Do you have experience working in this field?.
• Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?.

Experience:

Experience an asset.

Employment terms options:

Day.

Health benefits:

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

Financial benefits:

• Group insurance benefits.
• Mileage paid.