Education: College/CEGEP. or equivalent experience. Work setting: Estimating. Quantity surveying. Construction industry. 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). 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. Type of product: Fire protection. Type of experience: Civil. Commercial and/or industrial construction. Residential construction. Area of work experience: Purchasing, procurement and contracts. Project coordination. Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years. Health benefits: Dental plan. Disability benefits. Health care plan. Vision care benefits.