Overview
Languages
English
Education
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Other trades certificate or diploma
Experience
3 years to less than 5 years
Hybrid
Work must be completed both in person and remotely.
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Prepare estimates of labour and/or material costs
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Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements
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Prepare master format estimates (Class A)
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Prepare elemental format estimates (Classes B, C, D)
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Prepare estimates for general expenses and overheads
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Provide economic feasibility studies and preliminary estimates for proposed projects
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Create and submit estimate reports, quote sheets and bids forms
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Utilize quantity take-off procedures
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Advise on tendering procedures
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Analyze tenders and recommend awards
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Set up cost monitoring and reporting systems
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Monitor and adjust contract expenditures
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Liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
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Gold Seal Membership in the Canadian Construction Association
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Membership in the Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors
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Membership in the Professional Corporation for Estimators
Experience and specialization
Computer and technology knowledge
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Estimating packages
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Take-off packages
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Database
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Spreadsheet
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MS Project
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MS Excel
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MS PowerPoint
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Xactimate
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Primavera
Type of experience
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Commercial and/or industrial construction
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Industrial construction
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Residential construction
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Contractors
Benefits
Health benefits
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Health care plan
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Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
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Group insurance benefits
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Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
Other benefits
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Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
Who can apply to this job?
Only apply to this job if:
- You are a Canadian citizen, a permanent or a temporary resident of Canada.
- You have a valid Canadian work permit.
If you are not authorized to work in Canada, do not apply. The employer will not respond to your application.