construction estimator

Pacific Art Stone; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm located in Surrey, BC is seeking a Construction Estimator to manage labor and material cost evaluations for various projects. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience in construction estimating for commercial and residential sectors. Responsibilities include preparing cost reports, reading blueprints, and maintaining supply directories. This full-time role involves on-site work and offers $40.25 per hour for 30-40 hours a week.

Qualifications

• 2 to 3 years in construction estimating: commercial/industrial and residential.

Responsibilities

• 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 estimates for general expenses and overheads.
• Provide economic feasibility studies and preliminary estimates for proposed projects.
• Create and submit estimate reports, quote sheets and bid forms.
• Set up cost monitoring and reporting systems.
• Monitor and adjust contract expenditures.
• Prepare and maintain directory of supplies and trade contractors.

Skills

MS Excel knowledge

Client focus

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Organized

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Job Title

Construction Estimator

Location

Surrey, BC V3W 6E2

Work Setting

On site work

Wage

$40.25 per hour / 30-40 hours per week

Employment Type

Permanent, Full time

Hours

Morning, Day, Weekend shifts (30-40 hours per week)

Required Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Required Experience

• 2 to 3 years in construction estimating: commercial/industrial and residential

Key Responsibilities

• 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 estimates for general expenses and overheads
• Provide economic feasibility studies and preliminary estimates for proposed projects
• Create and submit estimate reports, quote sheets and bid forms
• Set up cost monitoring and reporting systems
• Monitor and adjust contract expenditures
• Prepare and maintain directory of supplies and trade contractors

Required Skills

• MS Excel knowledge

Personal Suitability

• Client focus
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized

Who can apply

You can apply if you are:

• a Canadian citizen
• a permanent resident of Canada
• a temporary resident 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.