estimator, construction

Grand Valley Roofing & Coatings Inc; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A roofing firm in Cambridge, Ontario, is seeking an experienced estimator to prepare labour and material cost estimates. The ideal candidate must possess a recognized trades certificate, a minimum of 5 years of experience, and a WHMIS Certificate. The position requires on-site work, and offers benefits including health care and insurance. Join a dedicated team committed to quality roofing solutions.

Benefits

Health care plan

Dental plan

Vision care benefits

Free parking available

Qualifications

• 5 years or more of roofing experience is required.
• WHMIS Certificate is a must.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates of labour and material costs.
• Read and interpret blueprints, maps, and specifications.
• Install single-ply roofing systems using waterproof materials.

Skills

Client focus

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Organized

Team player

Education

Other trades certificate or diploma

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma
• or equivalent experience
• Roofer

Experience

5 years or more

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
• Prepare elemental format estimates (Classes B, C, D)
• Operate CADD and other computer software systems
• Prepare estimates for general expenses and overheads
• Create and submit estimate reports, quote sheets and bids forms
• Utilize quantity take-off procedures
• Monitor and adjust contract expenditures
• Liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates
• Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications
• Install single-ply roofing system using waterproof sheet materials, such as modified plastics, elastomeric or other asphaltic compositions
• Install built-up roofing systems using materials such as asphalt saturated felts and hot asphalt and gravel

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

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

Project size estimating experience

• $1,500,001 - $4,000,000
• $8,000,001 +
• $100,001 - $500,000
• $500,001 - $1,500,000

Construction specialization

• Roofing

Area of specialization

• Single ply sheet membrane roofing system
• Modified roofing system

Additional information

Security and safety

• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Sitting

Own tools/equipment

• Hard hat
• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

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

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Mileage paid

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance

Other Benefits

• Free parking available
• Parking available
• Travel insurance