chief estimator - construction

Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years. 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). 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. Computer and technology knowledge: Estimating packages. Type of experience: Commercial and/or industrial construction. Industrial construction. Project size estimating experience: $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. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Tight deadlines. Attention to detail. Personal suitability: Client focus. Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Organized. Team player. Proactive. Employment terms options: Flexible hours. Experience: 5 years or more. Employment terms options: Day. Workplace information: Hybrid. Health benefits: Dental plan. Disability benefits. Health care plan. Paramedical services coverage. Vision care benefits. Financial benefits: Life insurance. Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP). Long term benefits: Long-term care insurance. Other benefits: Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP). On-site recreation and activities. Team building opportunities. Travel insurance.

• Dental plan • Disability benefits • Health care plan • Paramedical services coverage • Vision care benefits • Life insurance • Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) • Long-term care insurance • Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP) • On-site recreation and activities • Team building opportunities • Travel insurance

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• Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities Fast-paced environment Work under pressure Tight deadlines Attention to detail Personal suitabi

Minimum education

College diploma

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Aug 27, 2026