building construction estimator

3 weeks ago


Dryden ON, Canada Renew Construction Full time

Job Details

Durée de l'emploi: Permanent

Langue de travail: Anglais

Heures de travail: 40 to 44 hours per week

Education

Education: No degree, certificate or diploma

Work Setting

Tasks:

  1. Prepare estimates of labour and/or material costs
  2. Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements
  3. Operate CADD and other computer software systems
  4. Prepare estimates for general expenses and overheads
  5. Provide economic feasibility studies and preliminary estimates for proposed projects
  6. Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications
  7. Project cash flow and financing requirements
  8. Create and submit estimate reports, quote sheets and bids forms
  9. Utilize quantity take-off procedures
  10. Advise on tendering procedures
  11. Analyze tenders and recommend awards
  12. Set up cost monitoring and reporting systems
  13. Monitor and adjust contract expenditures
  14. Prepare and maintain directory of supplies and trade contractors
  15. Liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates
  16. Prepare budget and cost estimates
Certificates, Licences, Memberships, and Courses
  • Occupational Health and Safety Certificate
  • First Aid Certificate
  • CADD Course
  • Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
Computer and Technology Knowledge
  • Spreadsheet
  • AutoCAD
  • MS Excel
  • MS Word
  • Quick Books
Type of Experience

Industrial construction
Residential construction

Area of Work Experience

Purchasing, procurement and contracts
Project coordination

Area of Specialization

Project management
Security and safety

Security and Safety
  • Bondable
  • Basic security clearance
  • Criminal record check
  • Driving record check (abstract)
Transportation/Travel Information

Willing to travel
Valid driver's licence

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Tight deadlines
Attention to detail
Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Own tools/equipment
Steel-toed safety boots

Personal Suitability

Client focus
Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Flexibility
Organized
Team player

Screening Questions

Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
Experience an asset

Benefits
  • Health benefits
  • Dental plan
  • Disability benefits
  • Health care plan
  • Financial benefits
  • Bonus
  • Group insurance benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Other benefits
  • Free parking available
  • Learning/training paid by employer
  • On-site amenities
  • Parking available
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