construction cost consultant

Work setting

• Estimating
• Willing to relocate

Tasks

• Prepare estimates of labour and / or material costs
• Prepare master format estimates (Class A)
• Prepare elemental format estimates (Classes B, C, D)
• Operate CADD and other computer software systems
• 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
• 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

Computer and technology knowledge

• Scheduling packages
• Spreadsheet
• MS Excel
• MS Word

Type of experience

• Commercial and / or industrial construction
• Industrial construction

Project size estimating experience

• $8,000,001 +

Personal suitability

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

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the equipment you need to work from home (like internet and a workspace)?
• Do you live near the job location?
• Work Term : Permanent
• Work Language : English
• Hours : 160 hours per month