Construction estimator

Overview

Languages

• English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non‑university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience

• 7 months to less than 1 year

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
• Prepare master format estimates (Class A)
• Prepare elemental format estimates (Classes B, C, D)
• Operate CADD and other computer software systems
• Prepare estimates for general expenses and overheads
• Provide economic feasibility studies and preliminary estimates for proposed projects
• Project cash flow and financing requirements
• Create and submit estimate reports, quote sheets and bids forms
• Utilize quantity take‑off procedures ...