construction estimator

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

Job summary

A governmental organization in Surrey is seeking a skilled Estimator to prepare cost estimates for construction projects. The ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years of experience in both commercial and residential construction, proficient in tools like AutoCAD and MS Excel. Responsibilities include liaising with contractors and preparing detailed reports on labor and material costs. This position is on-site, hence requiring a physical presence at the location. Competitive health and financial benefits are included.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Group insurance benefits

Free parking available

Qualifications

• 3 years to less than 5 years of experience is required.
• Knowledge of commercial and industrial construction is necessary.
• Strong written communication skills are important.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates of labour and material costs.
• Read blueprints and drawings to determine work requirements.
• Create and submit estimate reports and bids forms.

Skills

Estimating packages

AutoCAD

MS Excel

MS Word

Take-off packages

Spreadsheet

Education

College/CEGEP or equivalent experience

Job description

Languages

English

Education

• College/CEGEP
• or equivalent experience

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

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

Work setting

• Estimating

Responsibilities

• 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
• Utilize quantity take-off procedures
• Advise on tendering procedures
• Analyze tenders and recommend awards
• 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

• Estimating packages
• Take-off packages
• Spreadsheet
• AutoCAD
• MS Excel
• MS Word

Type of experience

• Commercial and/or industrial construction
• Residential construction
• Structural engineering
• Contractors

Project size estimating experience

• $100,001 - $500,000
• $500,001 - $1,500,000

Area of work experience

• Purchasing, procurement and contracts
• Project coordination

Personal suitability

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

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available