Construction Estimator

Job summary

Prepare labour and material estimates, feasibility studies, quantity take-offs, bids, and estimate reports for construction projects. Analyze tenders, monitor project costs and contract expenditures, and coordinate cost changes with engineers, architects, owners, contractors, and subcontractors.

Job details

Overview Languages English Education College/CEGEP Experience 2 years to less than 3 years On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Work setting Estimating 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 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 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 Scheduling packages Spreadsheet AutoCAD MS Project MS Excel Type of experience Architecture Commercial and/or industrial construction Institutional construction Residential construction Structural engineering Project size estimating experience 0 - $100,000 $1,500,001 - $4,000,000 $4,000,001 - $8,000,000 $8,000,001 + $100,001 - $500,000 $500,001 - $1,500,000 Area of work experience Project coordination Area of specialization Project management Additional information Security and safety Driving record check (abstract) Transportation/travel information Own transportation Parking paid by employer Valid driver's licence Vehicle supplied by employer 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 Organized Team player Proactive Benefits Health benefits Dental plan Disability benefits Health care plan Financial benefits Life insurance Other Benefits Free parking available Other benefits Travel insurance Employment groups This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups: Support for newcomers and refugees Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees Support for youths Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth Support for Indigenous people Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations

What you’ll do

Prepare labour and material estimates, feasibility studies, quantity take-offs, bids, and estimate reports for construction projects. Analyze tenders, monitor project costs and contract expenditures, and coordinate cost changes with engineers, architects, owners, contractors, and subcontractors.

Requirements

Requires a College/CEGEP education and 2 to less than 3 years of experience. Candidates should have experience with construction estimating and project coordination, and be familiar with scheduling software, spreadsheets, AutoCAD, MS Project, and MS Excel.

Benefits

• Dental Plan
• Disability Benefits
• Health Care Plan
• Life Insurance
• Free Parking
• Travel Insurance

Listed skills

• Project Coordination · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• AutoCAD · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Cost Estimating
• Labour and Material Cost Estimation
• Blueprint and Specification Reading
• Quantity Take-Off
• Pre-Qualification Submissions
• Feasibility Studies
• Cash Flow and Financing Projections
• Bid and Quote Preparation
• Tender Analysis
• Cost Monitoring and Reporting
• Contract Expenditure Monitoring
• Project Coordination
• Project Management
• AutoCAD
• MS Project
• MS Excel

Job areas

• Construction
• Engineering
• Management & Leadership