Estimator, construction
- 5510 Mainway, Burlington, ON, L7L 6C4, Canada
On-site
$90,000 to $130,000 CAD / year · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- $90,000 to $130,000 CAD / year
- Job type
- Full-time
- Workplace
- On-site
- Apply by
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
- Location 5510 MainwayBurlington, ONL7L 6C4
- Work location On site
- Salary$90,000 to $130,000YEAR annually (To be negotiated) / 40 hours per week
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Early morning, Morning, Day
- Starts as soon as possible
- Benefits: Health benefits, Financial benefits, Other benefits
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source Job Bank #3689054
Overview
Languages
English
Education
- Bachelor's degree
- or equivalent experience
Experience
5 years or more
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work setting
- Estimating
- Quantity surveying
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
- Prepare master format estimates (Class A)
- Prepare elemental format estimates (Classes B, C, D)
- 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
- Utilize quantity take-off procedures
- Advise on tendering procedures
- Analyze tenders and recommend awards
- 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
Experience and specialization
Computer and technology knowledge
- Estimating packages
- Take-off packages
- Scheduling packages
- Spreadsheet
- MS Project
- MS Excel
- MS PowerPoint
Type of experience
- Civil
- Structural engineering
- Contractors
Project size estimating experience
- $500,001 - $1,500,000
Area of work experience
- Purchasing, procurement and contracts
- Project coordination
Area of specialization
- Project management
Additional information
Transportation/travel information
- Own transportation
- Own vehicle
- Valid driver's licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Work under pressure
- Tight deadlines
- Handling heavy loads
- Attention to detail
- Sitting
- Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Personal suitability
- Client focus
- Excellent oral communication
- Excellent written communication
- Organized
- Team player
- Proactive
Benefits
Health benefits
- Dental plan
- Health care plan
- Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
- Bonus
- Group insurance benefits
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
Other benefits
- Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
- Free parking available
- Learning/training paid by employer
- Team building opportunities
- Parking available