Cost Estimator - Construction

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Prepare estimates of labour and/or material costs
• Prepare master format estimates (Class A)
• Prepare elemental format estimates (Classes B, C, D)
• Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications
• Estimate pre-contract costs
• Utilize quantity take-off procedures
• 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

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Estimating packages
• Take-off packages
• Database
• Spreadsheet
• MS Excel
• MS Word
• MS PowerPoint

Type of experience

• Commercial and/or industrial construction

Project size estimating experience

• $4,000,001 - $8,000,000

Area of work experience

• Purchasing, procurement and contracts

Area of specialization

• Project management

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Personal suitability

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

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Bonus

Long term benefits

• Other benefits