Contractors Estimator

Work Term: Permanent
- Work Language: English
- Hours: 75 hours bi-weekly
- Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
- Experience: 5 years or more
- or equivalent experience
**Work setting**:

- Estimating
**Tasks**:

- Prepare estimates of labour and/or material costs
- Prepare master format estimates (Class A)
- Operate CADD and other computer software systems
- Utilize quantity take-off procedures
- 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
- Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications
**Computer and technology knowledge**:

- Estimating packages
- Take-off packages
- Scheduling packages
- Spreadsheet
- MS Excel
- MS Word
**Type of experience**:

- Architecture
- Commercial and/or industrial construction
- Structural engineering
**Project size estimating experience**:

- 0 - $100,000
- $1,500,001 - $4,000,000
- $4,000,001 - $8,000,000
- $100,001 - $500,000
- $500,001 - $1,500,000
**Transportation/travel information**:

- Own transportation
- Parking paid by employer
- Own vehicle
- Valid driver's licence
**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
- Flexibility
- Organized
- Team player
**Health benefits**:

- Dental plan
- Disability benefits
- Health care plan
- Paramedical services coverage
**Financial benefits**:

- Life insurance
**Other benefits**:

- Free parking available
- Travel insurance