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estimator, construction
- Kentville, NS, Canada
Full-time
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- Full-time
- Closing date
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
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Overview
Languages
English
Education
3 years to less than 5 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work setting
Tasks
Work conditions and physical capabilities
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:
Support for youths
Languages
English
Education
- College/CEGEP
3 years to less than 5 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
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 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
- 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
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Work under pressure
- Tight deadlines
- Attention to detail
- Client focus
- Excellent oral communication
- Organized
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:
Support for youths
- Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment
- Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
- Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth
- Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth
More about this job
Responsibilities
The role involves preparing detailed labor and material cost estimates, reading blueprints, and managing bid submissions. Additionally, the estimator will monitor contract expenditures and liaise with engineers, architects, and subcontractors.
Requirements
Candidates must have 3 to 5 years of experience and a college or CEGEP education. Proficiency in CADD software and the ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines are required.
Skills
- Cost Estimation
- Blueprint Reading
- CADD
- Quantity Take-off
- Tendering Procedures
- Economic Feasibility Studies
- Cost Monitoring
- Bid Preparation
- Client Relations
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Construction
- Engineering
- Management & Leadership
Keywords
- Construction
- Estimating
- CADD
- Master Format Estimates
- Quantity Take-off
- Tendering
- Economic Feasibility
- Blueprints
- Cost Monitoring
- Bid Forms
- Pre-qualification Submissions