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construction cost estimator
Posted on November 23, 2024 by Employer details Hashmi Sales Corporation
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*Position: Construction Cost Estimator* *Location: Burnaby, BC* *Full Time Position* *Shift: Mon- Fri 9 AM TO 5 PM* *Job Summary* As a Construction Cost Estimator, you will be responsible for analyzing project specifications and preparing cost estimates for construction projects. Your expertise in project management and construction estimating will be crucial in determining accurate project costs. The Construction Cost Estimator is responsible for the accurate, timely preparation of full-cost estimates for projects. *Responsibilities:* · Proficiency in construction estimating techniques. · Prepare and / or coordinate the preparation of full-cost estimates on Conceptual, Design-Build / Construction Management / IPD / Lump Sum or general tender work. · Prepare materials, and equipment cost estimations necessary to successfully carry out a construction project according to proposals, plans, estimates and specifications. · Establish unit costs, rates, productivity factors and location impacts. · Obtain competitive material & equipment prices for all tenders / pursuits, specific to each opportunity. · Evaluate and recommend allowances for indirect costs, design unknowns, escalation, and contingency. · Establish and develop competitive edges on tenders/pursuits to improve chances of success. · Attend Pre-tender site visits/meetings to fully understand the scope of the tender/project. · Review design options and recommend the best solution based on cost, engineering quality or availability of materials. · Provide technical assistance in negotiating contracts, change orders, etc., as required. · Participate and/or lead commercial / contract negotiations for Sub-trade ?Buy-out?s? on secured projects; in conjunction with the operations team. · Attend and participate in interviews with client teams for projects/opportunities we are pursuing. *Qualifications:* · Post-secondary degree or diploma in construction/engineering or an appropriate field. · Three or more years of experience in estimating. · Experience estimating on water/wastewater projects or transportation or parks experience. · Able to read and interpret building specifications, schematics, and as-builds. · Mathematical and analytical skills necessary for development of material and estimates. · Mathematical and analytical skills necessary for interpretation of job-cost reports. · Able to use cost-estimating software to prepare cost quotes and bids. · Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and Adobe. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $130,000.00-$140,000.00 per year Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday Experience: * construction estimating/cost estimating: 4 years (required) * Civil/Wastewater/Transportation Facilities: 4 years (required) * commercial / contract negotiations: 4 years (preferred) * Estimator/Construction Cost Estimator: 4 years (required) * cost estimates/Labour/Material/Design: 4 years (required) Work Location: In person Expected start date: 2024-12-02- LocationBurnaby, BC
- Workplace information On site
- Salary$130,000 to $140,000YEAR annually
- Terms of employment Full time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source indeed.com #9538990744
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