construction estimator

HBC Truss Division; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Red Deer is looking for a Construction Estimator to prepare cost estimates, read blueprints, and communicate effectively with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate should have 1-2 years of experience in either commercial or residential construction and be proficient in CAD software. This position offers opportunities for group insurance benefits and retirement savings plans.

Benefits

Group insurance benefits

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in commercial or residential construction.
• Legally able to work in Canada.
• Required certifications for the field.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates of labour and material costs.
• Create and submit estimate reports, quote sheets, and bids forms.
• Liaise with engineers and contractors regarding cost estimates.

Skills

Team player

Organized

Efficient interpersonal skills

Tools

CADD

CAD

Job description

• Prepare estimates of labour and / or material costs
• 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
• Liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates
• Prepare working drawings
• Estimate costs and materials
• Analyze technical documents and reports
• Create three-dimensional (3-D) models with computer-aided design (CAD)

Type of experience

• Commercial and / or industrial construction
• Residential construction

Area of work experience

• Design

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure

Personal suitability

• Organized
• Team player
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Punctuality
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Experience

• 1 year to less than 2 years
• Group insurance benefits
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

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Construction Estimator • Red Deer, AB, CA