Full-Time

Construction Estimator

Posted on May 05

Newton Group Ltd.

Guelph, ON

Languages English

Education Bachelor's degree

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

Gold Seal Membership in the Canadian Construction Association

Experience 3 years to less than 5 years

Specific Skills

Advise on tendering procedures; Utilize quantity take-off procedures; Prepare estimates for general expenses and overheads; Monitor and adjust contract expenditures; 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

Major Work Area Estimating

Business Equipment and Computer Applications

Take-off packages; Spreadsheet; MS Excel; MS Word; Estimating packages

Additional Skills

Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications; Provide economic feasibility studies and preliminary estimates for proposed projects; Operate CADD and other computer software systems

Type of Experience

Institutional construction; Industrial construction; Structural engineering; Commercial and/or industrial construction

Project Size Estimating Experience $1,500,001 - $4,000,000; $8,000,001 +

Own Tools/Equipment Steel-toed safety boots

Transportation/Travel Information Own transportation

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Attention to detail; Tight deadlines

Work Location Information Relocation costs not covered by employer

Personal Suitability

Team player; Excellent written communication; Client focus; Organized

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