Trade contractor estimator - construction

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 35 to 45 hours per week
• Education: College/CEGEP
• Experience: 5 years or more

Work setting

• Estimating
• Sales

Tasks

• Prepare estimates of labour and/or material costs
• Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements
• Provide economic feasibility studies and preliminary estimates for proposed projects
• Utilize quantity take-off procedures
• Monitor and adjust contract expenditures
• Liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates
• Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications

Computer and technology knowledge

• Estimating packages
• MS Word

Type of experience

• Mechanical construction
• Commercial and/or industrial construction
• Industrial construction

Project size estimating experience

• 0 - $100,000
• $100,001 - $500,000

Area of work experience

• Project coordination

Area of specialization

• Project management

Security and safety

• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Sitting
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Organized

Screening questions

• 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 meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?

Employment terms options

• Day

Workplace information

• Hybrid

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits