Construction estimator

Construction estimator

Posted by: Fritz - Alder Precast

Waterloo On.

$ 36.75 hourly/ 42.5 hours per week

Permanent employment / Full-time

Overview

Language:

English  

Education

College/CEGEP

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

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

Responsibilities

Tasks

Prepare estimates of labour and/or material costs

Prepare pre-qualifications submissions to present to 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

Liase, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

AutoCAD 

MS Excel

MS Word

Autodesk REVIT

Type of experience 

Commercial and/or industrial construction

Industrial construction

Residential construction 

Additional information

Work under pressure

Tight deadlines 

Attention to detail 

Benefits 

Health benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Paramedical service coverage

Vision care benefits 

How to apply 

By email: Alexs@faprecast.ca