senior estimator - construction

Flynn Canada Ltd.; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 71,100 - 86,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability benefits

Bonus

Life insurance

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)

Job summary

Flynn Canada Ltd. in Hamilton, Ontario, is seeking a Full-time Estimator to prepare labour and material cost estimates in a dynamic environment. Candidates should have experience in commercial and industrial construction, specifically with roofing systems.

The role involves liaising with architects and contractors, monitoring expenditures, and preparing precise estimates. The successful candidate will benefit from disability benefits, life insurance, and a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP).

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial and/or industrial construction.
• Knowledge of roofing systems including single ply and modified roofing.
• Ability to prepare estimates of labour and/or material costs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates for construction specifications and costs.
• Monitor and adjust contract expenditures.
• Liaise with engineers, architects, and contractors.

Skills

MS Excel

MS Word

Client focus

Flexibility

Organized

Team player

Proactive

Job description

Job details

• Location 890 Arvin Avenue Stoney Creek , ON L8E 5Y8
• Salary 79,000 annually / 40 hours per week
• Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates of labour and/or material costs
• Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements
• Prepare master format estimates (Class A)
• Prepare estimates for general expenses and overheads
• Utilize quantity take-off procedures
• 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
• Prepare construction specifications, costs and material estimates
• Prepare contract documents and evaluate tenders for construction or maintenance
• Plan and prepare construction schedules and milestones and monitor progress
• Establish and maintain contact with suppliers
• Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Excel
• MS Word

Type of experience

• Commercial and/or industrial construction
• Institutional construction
• $500,001 - $1,500,000

Area of work experience

• Forecasting or projection
• Buildings and structures
• Roofing

Area of specialization

• Work planning, estimating, measuring and scheduling
• Single ply sheet membrane roofing system
• Modified roofing system

Security and safety

• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Vehicle supplied by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Team player
• Proactive
• Disability benefits
• Bonus
• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
• Other benefits

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

• a permanent resident of Canada
• a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

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