construction estimator

www.canadainternational.gc.ca - Jobboard; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm in Ottawa is seeking a Construction Estimator. The ideal candidate will prepare labor and material cost estimates and has 2-3 years of experience in commercial and residential construction. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential. This full-time role requires work on-site with a salary of $36.32 per hour.

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience.
• Experience in commercial and/or industrial construction and residential construction.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and pressure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates of labour and/or material costs.
• Read blueprints, drawings, and specifications.
• Operate CADD and other computer software systems.
• Liaise with engineers and architects.

Skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Flexibility

Organized

Team player

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Tools

CADD

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construction estimator

Posted onJuly 28, 2025 by a licensed third-party for Employer details M & M Interior Contracting

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Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years. Work setting: Estimating. 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. Provide economic feasibility studies and preliminary estimates for proposed projects. Create and submit estimate reports, quote sheets and bids forms. Utilize quantity take-off procedures. Advise on tendering 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. Type of experience: Commercial and/or industrial construction. Residential construction. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Tight deadlines. Attention to detail. Personal suitability: Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Flexibility. Organized. Team player. Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years.

• Location Ottawa , ON K2A 2C9
• Work location On site
• Salary $ 36.32 HOUR hourly / 36 hours per week
• Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time
• Day
• Starts as soon as possible
• vacancies 1 vacancy
• Source Job Bank #3364488

• Ottawa, ON

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

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.

Work setting

• Estimating

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
• 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 bids forms
• Utilize quantity take-off procedures
• Advise on tendering 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

Type of experience

• Commercial and/or industrial construction
• Residential construction

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Team player

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

• a Canadian citizen
• a permanent resident of Canada
• a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised until

2025-08-27

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