junior estimator - construction

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• or equivalent experience

Work setting

• Estimating
• Quantity surveying
• Relocation costs not covered by employer

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
• Create and submit estimate reports, quote sheets and bids forms
• Utilize quantity take-off procedures
• Advise on tendering procedures
• Set up cost monitoring and reporting systems
• Monitor and adjust contract expenditures

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• First Aid Certificate
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Computer and technology knowledge

• Estimating packages
• Spreadsheet
• AutoCAD
• MS Project
• MS Excel
• MS Word

Type of experience

• Civil
• Commercial and / or industrial construction
• Industrial construction
• Structural engineering
• Contractors

Project size estimating experience

• $1,500,001 - $4,000,000

Area of work experience

• Project coordination

Specialization or experience

• Specialized environmental skills and knowledge

Security and safety

• Basic security clearance

Transportation / travel information

• Own transportation
• Willing to travel

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

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

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Do you have experience working in this field?

Employment terms options

• Flexible hours

Experience

• Experience an asset

Employment terms options

• Day