Trade contractor estimator – construction

Overview

Languages

French

Education

• College/CEGEP
• or equivalent experience
• Civil engineering, general
• Engineering/industrial management
• Building construction technology
• Construction management

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On the road

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

Asset languages

• English, Middle (1100-1500)

Work setting

• Estimating

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Prepare estimates of labour and/or material costs
• Prepare pre-qualification submissions to present clients
• Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements
• Prepare master format estimates (Class A)
• Prepare elemental format estimates (Classes B, C, D)
• Prepare estimates for general expenses and overheads
• Provide economic feasibility studies and preliminary estimates for proposed projects
• 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

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Occupational Health and Safety Certificate

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Excel
• MS Word

Type of experience

• Civil
• Commercial and/or industrial construction
• Residential construction

Project size estimating experience

• 0 – $100,000
• $100,001 – $500,000
• $500,001 – $1,500,000

Area of work experience

• Project coordination

Area of specialization

• Project management

Additional information

Security and safety

• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Willing to travel
• Parking paid by employer
• Own vehicle
• Valid driver’s licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Team player
• Proactive

Benefits

Financial benefits

• Gasoline paid
• Group insurance benefits
• Mileage paid

Other benefits

• Learning/training paid by employer
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Variable or compressed work week