principal estimator - constructionD.F. Brown Roofing • Thorold, ON, CA

principal estimator - construction

D.F. Brown Roofing • Thorold, ON, CA

4 days ago

Job type

Full-time

Permanent

Job description

Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 40 hours per week
Education: College/CEGEP
Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years
Construction engineering technology/technician

Work setting

Estimating
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
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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

CADD Course

Computer and technology knowledge

Estimating packages
Take-off packages
Scheduling packages
Spreadsheet
AutoCAD
MS Project
MS Excel
MS Word
MS PowerPoint
Zoho CRM

Type of experience

Commercial and/or industrial construction
Industrial construction
Contractors

Project size estimating experience

$500,001 - $1,500,000

Area of work experience

Purchasing, procurement and contracts
Project coordination

Construction specialization

Roofing

Security and safety

Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

Valid driver's licence
Vehicle supplied by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Fast-paced environment
Work under pressure
Tight deadlines
Handling heavy loads
Attention to detail
Ability to distinguish between colours
Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Own tools/equipment

Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

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

Screening questions

Are you authorized to work in Canada?
Do you have experience working in this field?
Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting?

Employment terms options

Early morning

Health benefits

Dental plan
Disability benefits
Health care plan
Paramedical services coverage

Financial benefits

Bonus
Gasoline paid
Group insurance benefits
Life insurance
Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

Free parking available
Learning/training paid by employer
Travel insurance
Wellness program

Supports for visible minorities

Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)

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