Estimator, construction cost

Location and Salary

Vaughan, Ontario, Canada | Salary: CA $55,000 – CA $75,000 | Posted 2 weeks ago

Greater Toronto Area, Canada | Salary: CA $110,000 – CA $130,000 | Posted 5 days ago

Overview

Languages:

English

Education:

• Other trades certificate or diploma
• Equivalent experience

Experience:

1 year to less than 2 years

On the road:
Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required.

Work setting:

• Estimating

Responsibilities

• 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 CAD 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 bid forms
• Utilize quantity take-off procedures
• Advise on tendering procedures
• Analyze tenders and recommend awards

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses:

• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Computer and Technology Knowledge

• Estimating packages
• Spreadsheet
• MS Excel
• MS Word

Type of Experience

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

Project Size Estimating Experience

• 0 - $100,000
• $100,001 - $500,000
• $500,001 - $1,500,000

Area of Work Experience

• Project coordination

Area of Specialization

• Project management

Security and Safety

• Basic security clearance
• 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

• 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

Benefits Health Benefits

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

Financial Benefits

• Bonus
• Gasoline paid

Other Benefits

• Free parking available
• On‑site amenities
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Consumer Services

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