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Construction estimator

Job in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
Listing for: GWC GENERAL CONTRACTORS LTD
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-15
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Estimator, Civil Engineering
  • Construction
    Estimator, Civil Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
  • Work Term:

    Permanent
  • Work Language:

    English
  • Hours:

    35 to 40 hours per week
  • Education:

    College/CEGEP
  • Experience:

    1 year to less than 2 years
  • Work setting
  • Estimating
  • Relocation costs not covered by employer
  • Willing to relocate
  • 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
  • Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
  • CADD Course
  • Computer and technology knowledge
  • Estimating packages
  • Scheduling packages
  • Spreadsheet
  • AutoCAD
  • MS Project
  • MS Excel
  • MS Word
  • Quick Books
  • MS Power Point
  • Primavera
  • Type of experience
  • Civil
  • Architecture
  • Commercial and/or industrial construction
  • Residential construction
  • Structural engineering
  • Contractors
  • Project size estimating experience
  • $500,001 - $1,500,000
  • Area of work experience
  • Purchasing, procurement and contracts
  • Security and safety
  • Criminal record check
  • Driving record check (abstract)
  • Transportation/travel information
  • Own transportation
  • Willing to travel
  • Own vehicle
  • Valid driver's licence
  • Work conditions and physical capabilities
  • Work under pressure
  • Tight deadlines
  • Combination of sitting, standing, walking
  • Personal suitability
  • Client focus
  • Excellent oral communication
  • Excellent written communication
  • Organized
  • Proactive
  • Screening questions
  • Are you authorized to work in Canada?
  • Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
  • Are you willing to relocate for this position?
  • Do you have experience working in this field?
  • Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
  • Employment terms options
  • Morning
  • Day
  • Workplace information
  • Hybrid
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