Construction Estimator

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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
• Prepare estimates for general expenses and overheads
• Create and submit estimate reports, quote sheets and bids forms
• Utilize quantity take
• off procedures
• Analyze tenders and recommend awards
• Liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates

Certificates, licences, memberships, and coursesﾠ

• Carpenter Trade Certification

Computer and technology knowledge

• Spreadsheet
• MS Excel
• MS Word

Type of experience

• Commercial and/or industrial construction
• Residential construction

Project size estimating experience

• 0
• $100,000
• $100,001
• $500,000

Area of specialization

• Project management

Security and safety

• Bondable

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast
• paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

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

Screening questions

• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?

Employment terms options

• Day

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Mileage paid