Construction estimator
Job in
Calgary, Alberta, T3S, Canada
Listed on 2026-01-13
Listing for:
Green Sky Roofing
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-13
Job specializations:
-
Construction
Estimator, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveyor, Building & Residential Construction -
Engineering
Estimator, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveyor
Job Description & How to Apply Below
- Work Term:
Permanent - Work Language:
English - Hours:
30 to 35 hours per week - Education:
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate - Experience:
2 years to less than 3 years Work setting - Estimating 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) - Operate CADD and other computer software systems
- Prepare estimates for general expenses and overheads
- Create and submit estimate reports, quote sheets and bids forms
- Utilize quantity take-off procedures
- Advise on tendering procedures
- 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
- Database
- Spreadsheet
- AutoCAD
- MS Project
- MS Excel
- MS Word
- Quick Books
- MS Power Point
- Xactimate Type of experience
- Commercial and/or industrial construction
- Residential construction
- Contractors Project size estimating experience
- 0 - $100,000 Area of work experience
- Purchasing, procurement and contracts
- Project coordination Area of specialization
- Project management Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Work under pressure
- Attention to detail
- Combination of sitting, standing, walking Personal suitability
- Client focus
- Excellent oral communication
- Excellent written communication
- Flexibility
- Organized
- Team player
- Proactive Employment terms options
- Morning
- Day Health benefits
- Dental plan
- Health care plan
- Paramedical services coverage Financial benefits
- Group insurance benefits
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