Construction estimator

• Location 835 Supertest Rd.North York, ONM3J 2M9
• Work location On site
• Salary$38.50HOUR hourly / 32 hours per week
• Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
• Overtime required, Morning, Day, Evening, On call, Flexible hours
• Starts as soon as possible
• vacancies 1 vacancy
• Source Job Bank #3610252

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

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)
• Operate CADD and other computer software systems
• 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

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Take-off packages
• Database
• Spreadsheet
• AutoCAD
• MS Project
• MS Excel
• MS Word
• Quick Books
• MS PowerPoint

Type of experience

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

Project size estimating experience

• $100,001 - $500,000

Area of work experience

• Purchasing, procurement and contracts
• Project coordination

Additional information

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