Full-Time
Estimator, Construction
Posted on Oct 05
8206872 Canada Inc.
Ottawa, ON
Benefits Other Benefits
Workplace information Remote work available
Personal Suitability
Flexibility; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Client focus; Organized
Work Location Information Willing to relocate
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Handling heavy loads; Attention to detail; Ability to distinguish between colours; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Tight deadlines
Transportation/Travel Information
Own vehicle; Willing to travel; Valid driver's licence; Parking paid by employer
Security and Safety
Bondable; Driving record check (abstract); Criminal record check
Project Size Estimating Experience $100,001 - $500,000
Type of Experience
Residential construction; Institutional construction; Industrial construction; Commercial and/or industrial construction
Area of Specialization Sales
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; Spreadsheet; Scheduling packages; MS Excel; MS Word; Estimating packages; Quick Books
Major Work Area Estimating
Specific Skills
Advise on tendering procedures; Utilize quantity take-off procedures; Set up cost monitoring and reporting systems; Prepare estimates for general expenses and overheads; Prepare and maintain directory of supplies and trade contractors; Monitor and adjust contract expenditures; 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 1 to less than 7 months
Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificateor equivalent experience
Languages English
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