Construction Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

Toronto based Building Restoration / General Contracting company is seeking a motivated team player to fulfill the role of Estimator / Project Manager who will work closely with upper management, Project Managers and Estimating Department to prepare takeoffs for various industrial, commercial and, institutional restoration projects.

Tasks :

Manage scheduling deadlines, prepare tenders and request for proposals

Analyze scope of work requirements for each project

Review specifications and identify finish schedules of open tenders

Assist with preparing quantity takeoffs and costing, pricing of work and material and tender preparation

Participate in field visits and pre-tender meetings

Reviewing and understanding contract documents

Collect all pertinent data and information for each job to be quoted

Preparing, issuing, receiving and reviewing supplier and subcontractor proposals and pricing

Liaise with general contractors, project managers and suppliers

Assist internally with the team with bid awards to confirm specifications and material quantities

File and organize internal project documents

Requirements :

Must be able to read and navigate through construction drawings (i.e. Architectural, Structural,)

3+ years background experience in construction

Extremely detailed and highly organized

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong computer literacy including estimating software skills

Knowledge of AutoCAD and Plan Swift is a bonus

Must have Valid G Licence and provide a Drivers Abstract.

Ability to obtain a security clearance for Federal & Provincial Sites

Job Type : Full-time

Salary : From $55,000.00 - $80,000 per year based on experience

Schedule :

• 8 hour shift In office ( this is not a work from home position )
• Monday to Friday

Experience :

• Construction : 3 year (required)
• Blueprint reading : 2 year (required)

Interviews are conducted in person.