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Junior Estimator
TESC Contracting Company Ltd.
Junior Estimator
Dead Line: May 5, 2022
The Junior Estimator performs take-offs from construction drawings and calculates the costs of labour and material for
construction projects in accordance with established processes and procedures.
Accountabilities:
• Gather and retain current and accurate data on costs of goods, materials, market labour and equipment rates from suppliers and sub-trades.
• Solicit supplier quotation for material, equipment and sub-trade quotations, whether internal to TESC departments or from an external supplier.
• Attend pre-tender meetings, including estimate reviews and tender closings.
• Prepare detailed, accurate, professional estimates by calculating material quantity take offs, equipment and labour rates for tender verification.
• Recommend multiple scenarios based on cost, engineering quality, or material availability.
• Identify most competitive rates based on cost analysis and comparison.
• Review and evaluate proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and the content of estimate.
• Quantify all aspects of the tender document, including tender requirements, written specifications and project drawings.
• Review estimate packages to ensure accuracy and completeness prior to final quotation.
• Prepare final estimate summaries, ensuring they address scope, pricing and comprehensiveness.
• Advise the Operations Manager or Senior Estimator on cost and schedule fluctuations, changes in material availability, or other factors affecting construction.
• Review estimates with TESC management as appropriate.
• With assistance, prepare and schedule cost impact for tender to construction.
Job Specifications:
• College Diploma in Construction Engineering Technology or related program.
• 0 - 3 years’ experience in estimating.
• Knowledge regarding applicable municipal, provincial and federal laws and regulations.
• Strong client focus, proactive, and a desire to achieve results.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet project deadlines.
• Financial acumen/ability to comprehend budget structures.
• Commitment to working in a team environment.
• Must work well independently and unsupervised.
• Excellent attention to quality, accuracy and details.
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings.
• Excellent time management.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and MS Project; WinEST or Accubid an asset.
• Occasional travel to site locations is required.
• Valid driver’s license.
Location: Sudbury, Ontario
Term: Full-time Permanent
How to apply: Email resume to employment@tesc.com and use “Junior Estimator, Sudbury-ON” in subject line.
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