Overview
Languages
English
Education
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College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
- or equivalent experience
Experience
5 years or more
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
The employer stated that this position is a green job, because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net-zero target.
Work setting
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Estimating
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Construction
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Construction industry
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Construction site
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Prepare estimates of labour and/or material costs
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Prepare pre-qualification submissions to present clients
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Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements
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Prepare master format estimates (Class A)
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Prepare elemental format estimates (Classes B, C, D)
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Operate CADD and other computer software systems
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Prepare estimates for general expenses and overheads
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Provide economic feasibility studies and preliminary estimates for proposed projects
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Project cash flow and financing requirements
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Create and submit estimate reports, quote sheets and bids forms
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Utilize quantity take-off procedures
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Advise on tendering procedures
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Analyze tenders and recommend awards
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Set up cost monitoring and reporting systems
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Monitor and adjust contract expenditures
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Prepare and maintain directory of supplies and trade contractors
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Liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates
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Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
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Gold Seal Membership in the Canadian Construction Association
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Membership in the Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors
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Membership in the Professional Corporation for Estimators
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Occupational Health and Safety Certificate
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First Aid Certificate
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CADD Course
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Carpenter Trade Certification
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Electrician Trade Certification
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Plumber Trade Certification
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Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
Experience and specialization
Computer and technology knowledge
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Acomba
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Planimeter
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Estimating packages
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Database
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Spreadsheet
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AutoCAD
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MS Project
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Oracle
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MS Word
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Quick Books
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Xactimate
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Primavera
Type of experience
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Hard infrastructure
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Civil
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Electricity - construction
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Mechanical construction
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Architecture
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Commercial and/or industrial construction
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Industrial construction
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Institutional construction
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Residential construction
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Structural engineering
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Contractors
Project size estimating experience
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0 - $100,000
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$4,000,001 - $8,000,000
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$8,000,001 +
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$100,001 - $500,000
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$500,001 - $1,500,000
Area of work experience
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Purchasing, procurement and contracts
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Project coordination
Specialization or experience
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Green economy sector
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Specialized environmental skills and knowledge
Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Fast-paced environment
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Tight deadlines
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Handling heavy loads
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Attention to detail
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Ability to distinguish between colours
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Combination of sitting, standing, walking
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Standing for extended periods
Personal suitability
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Excellent oral communication
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Excellent written communication
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Organized
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Proactive
Who can apply to this job?
Only apply to this job if:
- You are a Canadian citizen, a permanent or a temporary resident of Canada.
- You have a valid Canadian work permit.
If you are not authorized to work in Canada, do not apply. The employer will not respond to your application.