quantity surveyor - construction

Education:

College/CEGEP.

Work setting:

Estimating. Quantity surveying. Construction.

Tasks:

• Prepare estimates of labour and/or material costs.
• Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements .
• Prepare master format estimates (Class A).
• Prepare elemental format estimates (Classes B, C, D).
• 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.
• Set up cost monitoring and reporting systems.
• 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.
• Train staff.
• Conduct site visits to gather relevant information .
• Coordinate work activities to ensure projects meet deadlines and budgets.

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :

Membership in the Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors.

Computer and technology knowledge:

• Estimating packages.
• Take-off packages.
• Database.
• Spreadsheet.
• MS Excel.
• MS Word.

Functional expertise:

Professional accreditation.

Type of experience:

Hard infrastructure. Civil. Architecture. Commercial and/or industrial construction. Institutional construction.

Area of work experience:

Project coordination.

Transportation/travel information:

Willing to travel. 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.

Screening questions:

1. Do you have experience working in this field?.
2. Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?.

Experience:

5 years or more.

Workplace information:

Hybrid.

Health benefits:

• Dental plan.
• Health care plan.

Financial benefits:

• Bonus.
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP).