construction estimator

Education

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

Work setting

• Estimating

Tasks

• Prepare estimates of labour and / or material costs
• Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements
• Prepare elemental format estimates (Classes B, C, D)
• Prepare estimates for general expenses and overheads
• Provide economic feasibility studies and preliminary estimates for proposed projects
• Project cash flow and financing requirements
• 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
• 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

Type of experience

• Residential construction

Area of work experience

• Purchasing, procurement and contracts
• Project coordination

Area of specialization

• Project management

Personal suitability

• Organized
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?

Employment terms options

• Evening

Experience

• 2 years to less than 3 years

Employment terms options

• Morning
• Durée de l'emploi : Permanent
• Langue de travail : Anglais
• Heures de travail : 30 hours per week