Estimator, building construction
Job in
Berwick, Nova Scotia, Canada
Listed on 2026-02-28
Listing for:
Home Hardware
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-28
Job specializations:
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Construction
Estimator, Civil Engineering, Construction Labor / Trades
Job Description & How to Apply Below
- Durée de l'emploi:
Permanent - Langue de travail:
Anglais - Heures de travail: 80 hours bi-weekly
- Education:
- Expérience: Education
- Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
- or equivalent experience Work setting
- Estimating Tasks
- Prepare estimates of labour and/or material costs
- Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements
- Operate CADD and other computer software systems
- Create and submit estimate reports, quote sheets and bids forms
- Utilize quantity take-off procedures
- 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
- Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications
- Evaluate and recommend appropriate building and construction materials Computer and technology knowledge
- Estimating packages
- Take-off packages
- Spreadsheet
- AutoCAD
- MS Excel
- MS Word Type of experience
- Commercial and/or industrial construction
- Residential construction
- Contractors 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
- Ability to distinguish between colours
- Sound discrimination
- Sitting
- Combination of sitting, standing, walking
- Standing for extended periods Own tools/equipment
- Steel-toed safety boots Personal suitability
- Client focus
- Excellent oral communication
- Excellent written communication
- Flexibility
- Organized
- Team player
- Proactive Screening questions
- Are you authorized to work in Canada?
- Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
- Do you have experience working in this field?
- Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
- Do you live near the job location?
- Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting? Experience
- 1 year to less than 2 years Employment terms options
- Day
- Weekend Health benefits
- Dental plan
- Health care plan
- Vision care benefits Financial benefits
- Group insurance benefits
- Life insurance
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) Other benefits
- Free parking available
- Parking available
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