Job Description

Duree de l'emploi: Permanent Langue de travail: Anglais Heures de travail: 40 hours per week Education: Experience:

Education

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College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years or equivalent experience

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) 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 Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications

Computer and technology knowledge

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Estimating packages Take-off packages Scheduling packages Spreadsheet AutoCAD MS Excel MS Word

Type of experience

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Architecture Commercial and/or industrial construction

Project size estimating experience

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

Transportation/travel information

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Own transportation Parking paid by employer Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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Fast-paced environment Work under pressure Tight deadlines Attention to detail Ability to distinguish between colours Sitting Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

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Client focus Excellent oral communication Excellent written communication Flexibility 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?

Experience

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3 years to less than 5 years

Employment terms options

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Day

Health benefits

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Dental plan Disability benefits Health care plan * Vision care benefits