Junior Estimator

1 month ago


Stittsville, Canada EXEL Contracting Inc. Full time

**About us**

We are a leader in Landscape maintenance & construction in Ottawa. Start a career with us and enjoy being out in the region’s beautiful environment. Our company provides opportunities of advancement through training. We’re excited about what we do and seek to employ those that share our passion for the green industry. We are currently seeking an **Estimator/Project Manager **within our Construction Division who will work closely with our Estimators/Site Supervisors. This is a great opportunity to obtain on the job experience and training from an (1981) established leader in our field.

**Job Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Send for plans and specifications
- Review plans and perform Digital take-offs
- Request pricing from suppliers and acquire quotes from vendors
- Contact subcontractors
- Review proposals and bid documents
- Review online sources for bidding opportunities
- Compile submittals as required for job
- Perform close out documents: As-builts
- Log/schedule projects on bid board
- Publish bid results when attainable
- Prepare Foreman’s project field files
- Attend site meetings and coordinate site sequencing

**Basic Qualifications**:

- Strong communication skills, bi-lingual (an asset), attention to detail and analytical abilities.
- Some experience with landscape construction
- Ability to prioritize job responsibilities
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Valid Driver’s License and transportation

**Job Type**:

- Full-time
- Salary to be discuss at initial interview depending on experience and qualifications
- We offer Benefits (Dental, Extended health care & Vision)

**Salary**: $45,000.00-$55,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Stittsville, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- construction estimating: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person