• Work Term : Permanent
• Work Language : English
• Hours : 40 to 44 hours per week
• Education : Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience : 3 years to less than 5 years

Work setting

Estimating

Tasks

• 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 estimates for general expenses and overheads
• Create and submit estimate reports, quote sheets and bids forms
• Advise on tendering procedures
• Monitor and adjust contract expenditures
• Liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates

Computer and technology knowledge

• Estimating packages
• Database
• Spreadsheet
• MS Excel
• MS Word

Type of experience

• Commercial and / or industrial construction
• Industrial construction
• Institutional construction

Project size estimating experience

• 0 - $100,000
• $1,500,001 - $4,000,000
• $4,000,001 - $8,000,000
• $100,001 - $500,000
• $500,001 - $1,500,000

Area of work experience

• Purchasing, procurement and contracts
• Project coordination

Construction specialization

Roofing

Transportation / travel information

• Own transportation
• Vehicle supplied by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Personal suitability

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

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?

Health benefits

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

Financial benefits

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

Long term benefits

Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)

Other benefits

• Learning / training paid by employer
• Other benefits
• Team building opportunities
• Travel insurance
• Wellness program