Work setting

• Construction company
• Residential construction
• Quantity surveying
• Institutional construction
• Industrial construction
• Estimating
• Commercial and / or industrial construction

Budgetary responsibility

• 100,001 - $500,000
• 500,001 - $1,500,000
• 0 - $100,000

Tasks

• Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements
• Record all measurements and other information obtained during survey activities
• Determine precise locations using electronic distance measuring equipment
• Survey and lay out subdivisions for rural and urban development
• Utilize quantity take-off procedures
• Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications
• Prepare estimates for general expenses and overheads
• Prepare master format estimates (Class A)
• Prepare and maintain directory of supplies and trade contractors
• Operate CADD and other computer software systems
• Create and submit estimate reports, quote sheets and bids forms
• Prepare estimates of labour and / or material costs
• Liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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

Computer and technology knowledge

• AutoCAD
• MS Excel
• MS Word
• Computer-aided design (CAD)
• Take-off packages
• Spreadsheet
• Estimating packages
• Database

Type of experience

• Civil

Security and safety

• Bondable
• Criminal record check
• 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
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Sitting
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Walking
• Handling heavy loads

Own tools / equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Safety glasses / goggles
• Gloves

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Flexibility
• Client focus
• Proactive

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
• What is the highest level of study you have completed?
• What is your current field of study?
• What is your current level of study?

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance

Other benefits

• Transportation provided by employer