Estimator - Start Immediately

We are looking to hire an experienced Estimator to join our stellar team at Venters Recruits in Mississauga, ON.
Growing your career as a Full Time Estimator is a terrific opportunity to develop relevant skills.
If you are strong in teamwork, adaptability and have the right personality for the job, then apply for the position of Estimator at Venters Recruits today!

Our client has an immediate opening for an estimator to join their team.  We are looking for someone who has about 1-3 years of experience and will consider new graduates and those who have just a few years of experience. Responsibilities

• Prepare full cost estimates on general tender work
• Prepare materials, labour and equipment cost estimations necessary to successfully carry out a construction project according to proposals, plans, estimates and specifications
• Study and analyze proposals received, recommend/reject proposals and negotiate contracts
• Establish unit costs, labour rates, productivity factors and location impacts
• Evaluate and recommend allowances for indirect costs, design unknowns, escalation and contingency
• Review proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate
• Prepare estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work
• Maintain files of working documents as back-up for estimate figures, including current (accurate) information on prices from suppliers through direct contact, sales brochures, price lists, etc.
• Review all final estimate packages to ensure accuracy and completeness, prior to formal quotation
• Perform additional duties as required

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Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Civil Building Engineering, Construction Management, or Architectural bachelor’s degree/diploma
• 1-3 years of relevant experience in the construction industry is an asset
• Experience with civil design, estimating or construction is an asset
• Excellent organization and planning skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong analytical skills and computer skills
• Ability to work with minimum supervision

Benefits of working as a Estimator in Mississauga, ON:

● Company offers great benefits
● Advancement opportunities
● Competitive salary