Construction Estimator

SRL Industries Ltd.; Surrey; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction estimating firm in Surrey is looking for an experienced Estimator to prepare labor and material cost estimates. The ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years of experience in commercial and residential construction and be proficient in using estimating software such as AutoCAD and spreadsheets. This position requires strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with various stakeholders. A full-time equivalent work schedule is provided, along with competitive pay and benefits including health coverage and free parking.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Free parking available

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in estimating and project coordination.
• Experience in commercial, industrial, and residential construction.
• Ability to read blueprints and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates of labor and material costs.
• Read blueprints and specifications to determine work requirements.
• Operate CADD and other computer software systems.
• Create and submit estimate reports and quotes.
• Monitor and adjust contract expenditures.

Skills

Estimating packages

Take-off packages

Spreadsheet

AutoCAD

MS Excel

MS Word

Education

College/CEGEP or equivalent experience

Job description

Job details

Address: Unit 101 18725 52nd ave, Surrey, BC V3S 8E5

Working Schedule

• 07:00 to 15:30

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

Tasks

• 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

Computer and technology knowledge

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

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

Additional information

Personal suitability

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

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $41.25 per hour

Expected hours: 32 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• On-site parking