construction estimator Verified

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Prepare estimates of labour and/or material costs
• Operate CADD and other computer software systems
• Prepare estimates for general expenses and overheads
• Provide economic feasibility studies and preliminary estimates for proposed projects
• Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications
• 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
• 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

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• CADD Course

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Acomba
• Planimeter
• Estimating packages
• Take-off packages
• Scheduling packages
• Database
• Spreadsheet
• AutoCAD
• MS Project
• Oracle
• MS Excel
• MS Word
• MS PowerPoint
• Xactimate

Type of experience

• Architecture
• Residential construction
• Structural engineering

Project size estimating experience

• $1,500,001 - $4,000,000
• $8,000,001 +

Area of work experience

• Purchasing, procurement and contracts
• Project coordination

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Team player
• Proactive

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits