Electrical Estimator

2 months ago


Dartmouth, Canada XL Electric Limited Full time

Work Term: Permanent
- Work Language: English
- Hours: 40 hours per week
- Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
- Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years
**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
- Operate CADD and other computer software systems
- Prepare estimates for general expenses and overheads
- 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
- 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
- Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications
**Computer and technology knowledge**:

- Estimating packages
- Spreadsheet
- AutoCAD
- MS Project
- MS Excel
- MS Word
**Type of experience**:

- Electricity - construction
**Project size estimating experience**:

- 0 - $100,000
- $1,500,001 - $4,000,000
- $4,000,001 - $8,000,000
- $100,001 - $500,000
**Area of work experience**:

- Project coordination
**Transportation/travel information**:

- Own transportation
**Work conditions and physical capabilities**:

- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Tight deadlines
- Attention to detail
**Own tools/equipment**:

- Steel-toed safety boots
**Personal suitability**:

- Excellent oral communication
- Excellent written communication
- Flexibility
- Organized
- Team player
- Proactive
**Health benefits**:

- Dental plan
- Health care plan
- Vision care benefits
**Other benefits**:

- Free parking available
- On-site amenities
- Parking available


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