Overview

Languages

English

Education

- Bachelor's degree
- or equivalent experience

Experience

5 years or more

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

- Estimating
- Quantity surveying

Responsibilities

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
- 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
- Create and submit estimate reports, quote sheets and bids forms
- Utilize quantity take-off procedures
- Advise on tendering procedures
- Analyze tenders and recommend awards
- 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

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

- Estimating packages




- Take-off packages
- Scheduling packages
- Spreadsheet
- MS Project
- MS Excel
- MS PowerPoint

Type of experience

- Civil
- Structural engineering
- Contractors

Project size estimating experience

- $500,001 - $1,500,000

Area of work experience

- Purchasing, procurement and contracts
- Project coordination

Area of specialization

- Project management

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

- Own transportation
- Own vehicle
- Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

- Work under pressure
- Tight deadlines
- Handling heavy loads
- Attention to detail
- Sitting
- Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

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

Benefits

Health benefits

- Dental plan
- Health care plan
- Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

- Bonus
- Group insurance advantages
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

- Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
- Free parking available
- Learning/training paid by employer
- Team building opportunities
- Parking available

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