Construction Estimator

Work setting

• Estimating
• Quantity surveying
• Relocation costs not covered by employer
• Construction industry
• Financial technology

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Prepare estimates of labour and/or material costs
• Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements
• 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
• 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
• Liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates
• Select and employ trade subcontractors and co-ordinate their activities
• Review bids and negotiate costs
• Resolve delivery and other problems with suppliers
• Prepare and submit construction project budget estimates
• Negotiate prices, discounts, credit terms and transportation arrangements with suppliers
• Estimate costs
• Analyze financial documents and reports

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Estimating packages
• Take-off packages
• Scheduling packages
• Spreadsheet
• AutoCAD
• MS Excel
• Project management software

Project size estimating experience

• $1,500,001 - $4,000,000

Area of work experience

• Purchasing, procurement and contracts
• Project coordination

Area of specialization

• Project management

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Willing to travel
• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence
• Vehicle supplied by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Team player
• Proactive
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Reliability
• Analytical

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Life insurance

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Team building opportunities
• Transportation provided by employer
• Parking available