construction estimator

Government of Canada; Caledon; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A government organization in Caledon is looking for a skilled estimator to prepare and manage cost estimates for various projects. Responsibilities include reading specifications, preparing reports, and liaising with contractors. Candidates should possess a secondary school diploma and experience with Xactimate software. This position requires attention to detail and excellent communication skills, with work conducted on-site only.

Qualifications

• Experience in cost estimation and project management.
• Knowledge of computer and technology systems.

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.
• Prepare elemental format estimates (Classes B, C, D).
• Operate CADD and other computer software systems.
• Project cash flow and financing requirements.
• Create and submit estimate reports, quote sheets and bids forms.
• Monitor and adjust contract expenditures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Client focus

Excellent oral communication

Organized

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Xactimate

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Willing to relocate

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
• Prepare elemental format estimates (Classes B, C, D)
• 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
• 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

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Xactimate

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Willing to travel

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Excellent oral communication
• Organized
• Team player