construction estimator

Government of Canada; City of Moncton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in Moncton, New Brunswick is seeking an experienced professional responsible for estimating project costs in commercial and industrial construction. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 2 to 3 years of related experience. Candidates must demonstrate excellent oral communication skills and a proactive approach, as all work must be conducted on-site without remote options. Benefits include health care plans.

Benefits

Health care plan

Qualifications

• 2 to less than 3 years of experience in commercial and/or industrial construction.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates of labour and/or material costs.
• Read blueprints, drawings and specifications.
• Prepare estimates for general expenses and overheads.
• Create and submit estimate reports.
• Advise on tendering procedures.
• Analyze tenders and recommend awards.
• Set up cost monitoring and reporting systems.
• Prepare and maintain directory of supplies.
• Liaise with engineers, architects, and contractors.
• Co-ordinate project.
• Estimate cost of projects.

Skills

Client focus

Excellent oral communication

Flexibility

Organized

Team player

Proactive

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Bachelor's degree

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

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

Responsibilities Tasks

• Prepare estimates of labour and/or material costs
• Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements
• Prepare estimates for general expenses and overheads
• Create and submit estimate reports, quote sheets and bids forms
• Advise on tendering procedures
• Analyze tenders and recommend awards
• Set up cost monitoring and reporting systems
• 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
• Co-ordinate project
• Estimate cost of projects

Experience and specialization Type of experience

• Commercial and/or industrial construction

Additional information

Personal suitability

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

Benefits

Health benefits

• Health care plan