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Chief estimator - construction

  • Work Term: Permanent
  • Work Language: French
  • Hours: 40 hours per week
  • Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
  • Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years

Work setting

  • Estimating

Tasks

  • Prepare estimates of labour and/or material costs
  • Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements
  • Prepare master format estimates (Class A)
  • 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
  • Read blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements

Computer and technology knowledge

  • Database
  • MS Excel
  • Microsoft Dynamics NAV

Type of experience

  • Commercial and/or industrial construction

Project size estimating experience

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

Transportation/travel information

  • Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • Work under pressure
  • Attention to detail
  • Sitting

Personal suitability

  • Excellent written communication

Screening questions

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

Employment terms options

  • Day

Health benefits

  • Dental plan
  • Disability benefits
  • Health care plan
  • Paramedical services coverage
  • Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

  • Group insurance benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

  • Long-term care insurance

Other benefits

  • Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
  • Free parking available
  • On-site recreation and activities
  • Travel insurance
  • Wellness program