estimator, construction

DeBarros Construction; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in Toronto is seeking a skilled estimator with a Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of experience in project management and cost estimation. The candidate will prepare estimates, conduct site visits, and ensure compliance with building codes. Familiarity with AutoCAD is essential. This role requires the ability to work independently and under pressure with a focus on detail.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in commercial and/or industrial construction
• Experience in project coordination and project management

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates of labor and/or material costs
• Conduct site visits to gather relevant information
• Analyze tenders and recommend awards
• Monitor and adjust contract expenditures

Skills

Project management

Cost estimation

AutoCAD

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CADD software

AutoCAD

Job description

Education :

Expérience :

Education

• Bachelor's degree

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
• 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
• 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
• Maintain internal record-keeping system
• Ensure compliance to drawings, specifications and building codes
• Advise senior management
• Conduct site visits to gather relevant information

Computer and technology knowledge

• AutoCAD

Type of experience

• Commercial and / or industrial construction
• Residential construction

Area of work experience

• Project coordination

Area of specialization

• Project management

Transportation / travel information

• Willing to travel
• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work independently

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
• What is the highest level of study you have completed?

Experience

• 3 years to less than 5 years
• Durée de l'emploi : Permanent
• Langue de travail : Anglais
• Heures de travail : 40 hours per week