Senior estimator – construction
Fomento de Construcciones y Contratas Canada Ltd.
Overview
Languages
English
Education
- Bachelor’s degree
- or equivalent experience
- Civil engineering, other
Experience
5 years or more
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Prepare estimates of labour and/or material costs
- 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
- Utilize quantity take-off procedures
- Set up cost monitoring and reporting systems
- Liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates
Experience and specialization
Computer and technology knowledge
- AutoCAD
- MS Excel
- MS Word
- MS PowerPoint
Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Tight deadlines
- Attention to detail
- Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Personal suitability
- Client focus
- Excellent oral communication
- Excellent written communication
- Flexibility
- Organized
- Team player
- Proactive
Benefits
Health benefits
- Health care plan
Financial benefits
- Group insurance benefits
- Life insurance
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
Other benefits
- Other benefits