• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Education: College/CEGEP
• Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years
• or equivalent experience

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
• Project cash flow and financing requirements
• Create and submit estimate reports, quote sheets and bids forms
• Utilize quantity take-off procedures
• 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
• Prepare and submit construction project budget estimates

Computer and technology knowledge

• Estimating packages
• Take-off packages
• Spreadsheet
• AutoCAD
• MS Excel
• MS Word
• MS PowerPoint

Type of experience

• Mechanical construction
• Commercial and/or industrial construction

Project size estimating experience

• 0 - $100,000
• $1,500,001 - $4,000,000
• $4,000,001 - $8,000,000
• $8,000,001 +
• $100,001 - $500,000

Area of work experience

• Project coordination

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Willing to travel

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Team player
• Proactive
• Time management

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
• Do you live near the job location?

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Wellness program