estimator, construction

Government of Canada; Bolton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Canada is seeking an experienced estimator to prepare detailed cost estimates for various construction projects. This role requires strong analytical skills and proficiency in estimating software, with responsibilities including liaising with engineers and contractors. A Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of relevant experience are essential for success in this position.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Paramedical services coverage

Vision care benefits

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in estimating.
• Experience in civil, mechanical, and electrical construction.
• Knowledge of project management and procurement.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates of labour and material costs.
• Read blueprints and specifications.
• Advise on tendering procedures and analyze tenders.

Skills

Estimating packages

Take-off packages

AutoCAD

MS Project

Xactimate

Primavera

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Bachelor's degree

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
• Quantity surveying
• Demolition

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
• Prepare master format estimates (Class A)
• Prepare elemental format estimates (Classes B, C, D)
• Operate CADD and other computer software systems
• Prepare estimates for general expenses and overheads
• Provide economic feasibility studies and preliminary estimates for proposed projects
• Project cash flow and financing requirements
• 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
• AutoCAD
• MS Project
• Xactimate
• Primavera

Type of experience

• Hard infrastructure
• Civil
• Electricity - construction
• Mechanical construction
• Architecture
• Commercial and/or industrial construction
• Industrial construction
• Institutional construction
• Residential construction
• Structural engineering
• Contractors

Project size estimating experience

• $8,000,001 +

Area of work experience

• Purchasing, procurement and contracts

Civil engineering experience

• Buildings and structures

Area of specialization

• Project management

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits