Chief estimator - construction
Chief estimator - construction
Job details
- Location: 1315 Finch Ave W suite 507North York, ONM3J 2G6
- Work location: On site
- Salary: $37.00 hourly / 33 hours per week
- Terms of employment: Permanent employmentFull time
- Flexible hours, Morning, Day
- Start date: 2025-12-15
- Benefits: Health benefits, Financial benefits
- vacancies: 1 vacancy
Overview
Languages
English
Education
- Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work setting
- Estimating
- Quantity surveying
- Willing to relocate
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Prepare estimates of labour and/or material costs
- Prepare estimates for general expenses and overheads
- 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
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Directed the estimating department, preparing accurate cost estimates for residential, projects.
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Negotiated with subcontractors and suppliers to secure favorable terms and pricing.
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Led and mentored a team of estimators, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with company standards.
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Developed conceptual, preliminary, and detailed estimates from early design through final tender.
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Built and maintained historical cost databases, improving accuracy and consistency of future bids.
Experience and specialization
Computer and technology knowledge
- Spreadsheet
- MS Excel
- MS Word
Type of experience
- Residential construction
- Contractors
Project size estimating experience
- 0 - $100,000
Area of work experience
- Purchasing, procurement and contracts
Additional information
Security and safety
- Basic security clearance
Transportation/travel information
- Willing to travel
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Tight deadlines
- Attention to detail
Personal suitability
- Client focus
- Excellent oral communication
- Excellent written communication
- Flexibility
Benefits
Health benefits
- Health care plan
Financial benefits
- Gasoline paid
- Apply email -hr@clonardgroup.ca