Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years. Work setting: Relocation costs covered by employer. Willing to relocate. Tasks: Prepare estimates of labour and/or material costs. Prepare pre-qualification submissions to present clients . Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements . Operate CADD and other computer software systems. Prepare estimates for general expenses and overheads. Provide economic feasibility studies and preliminary estimates for proposed projects. Project cash flow and financing requirements. Create and submit estimate reports, quote sheets and bids forms. Set up cost monitoring and reporting systems. Monitor and adjust contract expenditures. Prepare and maintain directory of supplies and trade contractors. Liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates. Plan and prepare construction schedules and milestones and monitor progress. Estimate cost of projects. Computer and technology knowledge: Estimating packages. Database. Spreadsheet. MS Excel. MS Word. Quick Books. MS PowerPoint. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Tight deadlines. Handling heavy loads. Attention to detail. Personal suitability: Client focus. Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Flexibility. Organized. Team player. Proactive. Employment terms options: Evening. Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years. Employment terms options: Morning. Day. Weekend.