Full-Time

Contractors Estimator

Posted on Jan 30

Vans Mobile Wash

110 RAILWAY STREET, Kingston, ON, K7K 2L9

Personal Suitability

Flexibility; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Client focus; Organized

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Attention to detail; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Standing for extended periods; Tight deadlines

Transportation/Travel Information Own transportation; Valid driver's licence

Own Tools/Equipment Tools; Steel-toed safety boots; Hard hat

Security and Safety

Driving record check (abstract); Criminal record check; Basic security clearance

Type of Experience

Residential construction; Institutional construction; Industrial construction; Commercial and/or industrial construction

Additional Skills

Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications; Provide economic feasibility studies and preliminary estimates for proposed projects

Business Equipment and Computer Applications

Take-off packages; Scheduling packages; Estimating packages

Major Work Area Quantity surveying; Estimating

Specific Skills

Advise on tendering procedures; Utilize quantity take-off procedures; Set up cost monitoring and reporting systems; Prepare and maintain directory of supplies and trade contractors; Estimate pre-contract costs; Prepare estimates of labour and/or material costs; Liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates

Experience 3 years to less than 5 years

Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Languages English

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