Cost estimator - construction
Job in
Calgary, Alberta, T3S, Canada
Listed on 2026-01-13
Listing for:
Ocean Home Construction Inc.
Full Time, Part Time
position Listed on 2026-01-13
Job specializations:
-
Construction
Estimator, Quantity Surveyor, Civil Engineering, Building & Residential Construction -
Engineering
Estimator, Quantity Surveyor, Civil Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
- Education:
Bachelor's degree - Experience:
3 years to less than 5 years Work setting - Estimating
- Quantity surveying
- Staff accommodation available 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) - 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
- 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 Type of experience
- Civil
- Industrial construction
- Residential construction Health benefits
- Dental plan
- Disability benefits
- Health care plan
- Vision care benefits
- Work Term:
Permanent - Work Language:
English - Hours:
30 hours per week
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