Job Description

Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 40 hours per week Education: Other trades certificate or diploma Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years

Work setting

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Estimating

Tasks

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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) 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 Utilize quantity take-off procedures 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

Computer and technology knowledge

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Estimating packages Take-off packages Scheduling packages Spreadsheet AutoCAD MS Excel MS Word Quick Books MS PowerPoint

Type of experience

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Residential construction

Project size estimating experience

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0 - $100,000 $100,001 - $500,000 $500,001 - $1,500,000

Area of work experience

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Purchasing, procurement and contracts Project coordination

Personal suitability

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Client focus Organized Team player Proactive

Screening questions

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Are you authorized to work in Canada? * Do you have experience working in this field?