Construction Estimator

Education

Other trades certificate or diploma. Construction engineering technology/technician. Construction trades, other. or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates of labour and/or material costs.
• Prepare pre‑qualification submissions to present clients.
• Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements.
• Create and submit estimate reports, quote sheets and bid forms.
• Liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates.
• Prepare cost estimates.

Skills & Technology

Computer and technology knowledge: Estimating packages, take‑off packages, spreadsheet, MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint.

Experience

Type of experience:

• Commercial and/or industrial construction.
• Residential construction.
• Contractors.