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Mechanical estimator - construction

  • Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
  • Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years

Tasks

  • Prepare pre-qualification submissions to present clients
  • Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements
  • Prepare estimates for general expenses and overheads
  • Project cash flow and financing requirements
  • 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
  • Prepare construction specifications, costs and material estimates
  • Estimate cost of projects

Computer and technology knowledge

  • Spreadsheet
  • MS Excel
  • MS Word
  • MS PowerPoint

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • Fast-paced environment
  • Attention to detail

Personal suitability

  • Excellent oral communication
  • Excellent written communication
  • Flexibility
  • Organized
  • Team player

Employment terms options

  • Evening

Employment terms options

  • Morning
  • Day
  • Work Term: Permanent
  • Work Language: English
  • Hours: 35 hours per week