senior estimator - construction

Azimuth Builders Ltd; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established construction company seeks an experienced Estimator to join their team in Calgary. The position involves preparing detailed estimates and collaborating with contractors, architects, and engineers. Applicants should have a college education in a related field and at least five years of experience in commercial or industrial construction.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Bonus

Qualifications

• 5 years or more of experience in the estimating field is required.
• Knowledge in commercial and/or industrial construction is a must.
• Ability to operate CADD and software systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates of labour and material costs for projects.
• Analyze tenders and recommend awards to contractors.
• Create estimate reports, quote sheets, and bid forms.

Skills

Estimating

Attention to detail

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Organized

Team player

Education

College/CEGEP

Tools

MS Project

MS Excel

Estimating packages

Scheduling packages

Job description

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Overview

Languages

English

Education

• College/CEGEP
  
  

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

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
• Scheduling packages
• MS Project
• MS Excel
  
  

Type of experience

• Commercial and/or industrial construction
  
  

Project size estimating experience

• $8,000,001 +
  
  

Area of work experience

• Purchasing, procurement and contracts
• Project coordination
  
  

Area of specialization

• Project management
  
  

Additional information

Security and safety

• Basic security clearance
  
  

Transportation/travel information

• Parking paid by employer
  
  

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail
  
  

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Team player
  
  

Benefits

Health benefits

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

Financial benefits

• Bonus

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Construction

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