Construction Estimator
- Employer M.J. Dixon Construction Limited
- Location Mississauga, ON L5A 3Z8
- Work location On site
- Salary 36.00 to 40.00 hourly (To be negotiated) / 35 to 40 hours per week
- Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies - 1 vacancy
Overview
Languages
English
Education
- Completion of a College/CEGEP diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or Construction Engineering Technology/Technician; or
- Candidates without the above education credential may alternatively qualify with several years of experience as a skilled tradesperson in a construction trade (e.g., plumbing, carpentry, electrical) combined with strong practical knowledge of construction processes.
Experience
- Minimum 2 years of dedicated, full-scope construction estimating experience in commercial, industrial, and/or institutional projects.
- Additional years of construction trades experience will be required for candidates who do not possess a related college diploma.
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Prepare estimates of labour and/or material costs
- 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
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- Membership in the Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors will be an asset
Experience and specialization
Computer and technology knowledge
- Estimating packages
- Take-off packages
- Scheduling packages
- Spreadsheet
- AutoCAD
- MS Project
- MS Excel
- MS Word
Type of experience
- Commercial and/or industrial construction
- Institutional construction
Project size estimating experience
- $1,500,001 - $4,000,000
- $4,000,001 - $8,000,000
- $500,001 - $1,500,000
Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Tight deadlines
- Attention to detail
Personal suitability
- Excellent oral communication
- Excellent written communication
- Flexibility
- Organized
- Team player
- Proactive
Benefits
Health benefits
- Dental plan
- Health care plan
- Paramedical services coverage
- Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
Who can apply for this job?
You can apply if you are:
- a Canadian citizen
- a permanent resident of Canada
- a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit
Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.
How to apply
Please email your resume, required certificates, educational credentials, and/or attestation of equivalent experience to iryna.sadychko@mjdixon.ca.
