- Education: Other trades certificate or diploma
- Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years
- or equivalent experience
Work setting
EstimatingQuantity surveying
Tasks
Prepare estimates of labour and/or material costsRead blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements Provide economic feasibility studies and preliminary estimates for proposed projectsCreate and submit estimate reports, quote sheets and bids formsUtilize quantity take-off proceduresAnalyze tenders and recommend awardsMonitor and adjust contract expendituresLiaise, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates
Computer and technology knowledge
Estimating packagesTake-off packagesSpreadsheetMS ExcelMS Word
Type of experience
Mechanical constructionCommercial and/or industrial constructionResidential constructionContractors
Project size estimating experience
$100,001 - $500,000$500,001 - $1,500,000
Area of work experience
Purchasing, procurement and contractsProject coordination
Transportation/travel information
Public transportation is available
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Fast-paced environmentWork under pressureTight deadlinesAttention to detail
Personal suitability
Client focusExcellent oral communicationOrganizedTeam player
Health benefits
Dental planHealth care plan
Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 35 hours per week
