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construction estimator at Pickard Construction Ltd in Errington, BC

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  • Full Time
  • Permanent

construction estimator

  • Pickard Construction Ltd
  • Posted 1 week ago
  • NOC: 22303
  • Location: Errington, BC, V0R1V0
  • Salary: $42.26 hourly

Job Overview

  • Published On: Sep 20, 2026
  • Application Due: Oct 11, 2026
  • Job Type: Full Time
  • Work Term: Permanent
  • Language: english
  • Views: 3

Company Overview

  • Employer: Pickard Construction Ltd
  • Location: Errington, BC, CA

Job Description

  • Durée de l'emploi: Permanent
  • Langue de travail: Anglais
  • Heures de travail: 40 hours per week
  • Education:
  • Expérience:

    • Education

  • Bachelor's degree
  • or equivalent experience

    • Work setting

  • Estimating
  • Quantity surveying
  • Relocation costs not covered by employer

    • Tasks

  • Prepare estimates of labour and/or material costs
  • Prepare pre-qualification submissions to present clients
  • Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements
  • Operate CADD and other computer software systems
  • Prepare estimates for general expenses and overheads
  • Project cash flow and financing requirements
  • Create and submit estimate reports, quote sheets and bids forms
  • Utilize quantity take-off procedures
  • Advise on tendering procedures
  • Analyze tenders and recommend awards
  • Set up cost monitoring and reporting systems
  • Monitor and adjust contract expenditures
  • 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

    • Computer and technology knowledge

  • Estimating packages
  • Take-off packages
  • Scheduling packages
  • Spreadsheet
  • AutoCAD
  • MS Project
  • MS Excel
  • MS Word
  • Quick Books
  • MS PowerPoint

    • Type of related experience

  • Civil engineering

    • Type of experience

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

    • Project size estimating experience

  • 0 - $100,000
  • $1,500,001 - $4,000,000
  • $100,001 - $500,000
  • $500,001 - $1,500,000

    • Area of work experience

  • Purchasing, procurement and contracts
  • Project coordination

    • Area of specialization

  • Project management

    • Security and safety

  • Criminal record check

    • Transportation/travel information

  • Own transportation
  • Own vehicle
  • Valid driver's licence

    • Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • Fast-paced environment
  • Work under pressure
  • Tight deadlines
  • Attention to detail
  • Sitting
  • Combination of sitting, standing, walking

    • Personal suitability

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

    • Screening questions

  • Do you have experience working in this field?
  • Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?

    • Employment terms options

  • Morning

    • Experience

  • 5 years or more

    • Employment terms options

  • Day

    • Other benefits

  • Free parking available
  • Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
  • Parking available
  • Wellness program

Job Details

  • Work arrangement: Not specified
  • Work hours: 40 hours per week
  • Salary range: $42.26 hourly
  • Postal code: V0R1V0

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