Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 35 hours per week
Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years

Work setting

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
Prepare master format estimates (Class A)
Prepare elemental format estimates (Classes B, C, D)
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
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