Principal estimator - construction

Location: Thorold

Construction engineering technology/technician

Overview
Languages
English

Education
College/CEGEP
Construction engineering technology/technician

Experience
3 years to less than 5 years

Work setting
Estimating
Relocation costs not covered by employer

Responsibilities
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

Create and submit estimate reports, quote sheets and bids forms

Utilize quantity take-off procedures

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

Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

CADD Course

Experience and specialization
Computer and technology knowledge

Estimating packages

Take-off packages

Scheduling packages

Spreadsheet

AutoCAD

MS Project

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Power Point

Zoho CRM

Type of experience

Commercial and/or industrial construction

Industrial construction

Contractors

Project size estimating experience
$500,001 - $1,500,000

Area of work experience

Purchasing, procurement and contracts
Project coordination

Construction specialization
Roofing

Additional information

Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

Valid driver's licence

Vehicle supplied by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Fast-paced environment

Work under pressure

Tight deadlines

Handling heavy loads

Attention to detail

Ability to distinguish between colours

Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Own tools/equipment
Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

Client focus

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Flexibility

Organized

Team player

Proactive

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Paramedical services coverage

Financial benefits

Bonus

Gasoline paid

Group insurance benefits

Life insurance

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other Benefits

Free parking available

Learning/training paid by employer

Travel insurance

Wellness program

Employment groups
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:
Supports for visible minorities

Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)

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