Construction estimator
Job in
Errington, Parksville, BC, Canada
Listed on 2026-11-02
Listing for:
Pickard Construction Ltd
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-11-02
Job specializations:
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Construction
Estimator, Quantity Surveyor, Civil Engineering, Procurement / Purchasing -
Engineering
Estimator, Quantity Surveyor, Civil Engineering, Procurement / Purchasing
Job Description & How to Apply Below
- Work Term:
Permanent - Work Language:
English - Hours:
40 hours per week - Education:
Bachelor's degree - Experience:
5 years or more - or equivalent experience Work setting
- Estimating
- Quantity surveying
- Relocation costs not covered by employer 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
- Operate CADD and other computer software systems
- Prepare estimates for general expenses and overheads
- 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 Computer and technology knowledge
- Estimating packages
- Take-off packages
- Scheduling packages
- Spreadsheet
- AutoCAD
- MS Project
- MS Excel
- MS Word
- Quick Books
- MS Power Point Type of related experience
- Civil engineering Type of experience
- Civil
- Commercial and/or industrial construction
- Residential construction
- Contractors Project size estimating experience
- 0 - $100,000
- $1,500,001 - $4,000,000
- $100,001 - $500,000
- $500,001 - $1,500,000 Area of work experience
- Purchasing, procurement and contracts
- Project coordination Area of specialization
- Project management Security and safety
- Criminal record check Transportation/travel information
- Own transportation
- 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
- Client focus
- Excellent oral communication
- Excellent written communication
- Flexibility
- Organized
- Team player
- Proactive Screening questions
- Do you have experience working in this field?
- Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)? Employment terms options
- Morning Employment terms options
- Day Other benefits
- Free parking available
- Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
- Parking available
- Wellness program
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