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Since 2005, Timber Restoration Services have been building and restoring timber structures in the USA, Canada, and Australia. We have an immediate need for an Estimator to work out of our Dundurn, Saskatchewan office.
Responsibilities:
-Development of detailed cost estimates from architectural plans and drawings
-Work with the purchasing department to maintain a working relationship with vendors and subcontractors.
-Understand the project/program and its requirements
-Determine key variables for cost and other estimates
-Gather first-hand information from sites, warehouses, or other venues
-Perform risk analysis for quote, bid or tender requests to determine if the company should pursue the project and report this information to the General Manager in a clear and concise manner for final decision
-Conduct research to obtain data on labour costs, materials, production times, etc.
-Obtain and review offers and quotes by subcontractors or vendors
-Provide consultation on planning projects
Qualifications:
Excellent computer skills including Google Drive and Microsoft Office.
Minimum 3 years experience in construction estimating
Proven working experience as an estimator or similar position
Knowledge and familiarity with financial and project management principles
Detail orientated, strong verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work in a global team environment.
Ability to multi-task and meet strict deadlines
Experience in taking site measurements
All applicants (if selected) must be able to complete pre-employment requirements which will include all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and drivers license check, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Numeracy
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Computer use
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Driver's License
Additional Skills
- Read and interpret blueprints, drawings and specifications
Specific Skills
- Advise on tendering procedures
- Utilize quantity take-off procedures
- Set up cost monitoring and reporting systems
- Project cash flow and financing requirements
- Prepare estimates of labour and material costs
- Prepare and maintain a directory of suppliers and contractors
- Analyze tenders and recommend awards
Project Size Estimating Experience
- $1,500,001 - $4,000,000
Major Work Area
- Estimating
Business Equipment and Computer Applications
- Spreadsheets
- Estimating packages
- Databases
Type of Construction Experience
- Structural
- Civil
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