Junior Estimator - Toronto, Canada - Starlight Investments

Starlight Investments

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Location

Head Office

Overview

Reporting to the Vice President - Pre-Construction, the Summer Student is responsible for assisting construction team with quantity take-offs, schedules, notifications, filling, approval processes, contracts, etc.

Responsibilities:

Work closely with VP of Preconstruction and Project Managers on compiling cost information, scheduling meetings with Construction managers, trades, coordinating schedules, communicating project progress, assisting with documents and processes.
Review and analyze project documents specifications and drawings.
Assist with preparation of multidiscipline material take offs from various architectural and engineering drawings to generate bill of materials.
Prepare quantity takeoffs for project statistics and analytics.
Assist in preparation of full cost estimates by interpreting documentation specifications and design drawings to define scope.
Responsible for maintaining large working files as supporting documentation for estimating figures.
Participate in tender and contract preparation — coordinate tender receipt and opening.
Implement and maintain Project Management procedures and processes: forms, approvals, submissions.
Assist to ensure construction timelines are up to date and in accordance with project notifications.
Maintain project documentation and enforce consistency of information on all projects.
Ensure execution of proper documentation and process for every project.
Maintain regular status reports by updating the project database.
Research prior estimating data (purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc.) and compile summary reports to develop guidelines and precedents for future estimates.
Participate in design progress meetings and client presentations as required.
Work closely with project management and project development teams.
Liaise with various departments such as development, project management, asset management, investments, project controls, procurement, and construction to gather estimating input and assist with identification of project deliverables and requirements.
Research and get quotes on cost for all necessary labour and materials from subcontractors, venders and suppliers.
Develop estimation forms and templates and maintain historical data for benchmarking purposes.
Organizing and attending project meetings; documenting and following up on important actions and decisions from meetings.
Organize and plan meetings, prepare agendas and meeting minutes.
Maintain departmental filing system.
Other duties within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job, as requested by management.

Requirements:

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access), Outlook, MS Project.
Highly advanced MS Excel skills.
Proficient in Bluebeam or other estimating takeoff software.
Excellent communication, analytical and problemsolving skills.
Efficient with acute attention to detail
Team player and works independently.
Proactive nature, particularly with regards to process improvement; and an interest in a career in estimation in construction environment.
Flexible with the ability to work well under pressure to manage multiple priorities with tight deadlines.
Architectural, Engineering or Quantity surveying knowledge required.