Estimator, Building Construction

Home Hardware

Location 155 COMMERCIAL ST. Berwick, NS

Salary 18.00 to 25.00 hourly (To be negotiated) / 80 hours bi-weekly

Full time

Day, Weekend

Starts as soon as possible

Benefits: Health benefits, Financial benefits, Other benefits

Languages English

Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience

Experience 1 year to less than 2 years

Work must be completed at the physical Location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

Estimating

Responsibilities:

Prepare estimates of labour and/or material costs

Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements

Operate CADD and other computer software systems

Create and submit estimate reports, quote sheets and bids forms

Utilize quantity take-off procedures

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

Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications

Evaluate and recommend appropriate building and construction materials

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

Estimating packages

Take-off packages

Spreadsheet

AutoCAD

MS Excel

MS Word

Type of experience

Commercial and/or industrial construction

Residential construction

Contractors

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

Own transportation

Own vehicle

Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Fast-paced environment

Work under pressure

Tight deadlines

Attention to detail

Ability to distinguish between colours

Sound discrimination

Sitting

Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Standing for extended periods

Own tools/equipment

Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

Client focus

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Flexibility

Organized

Team player

Proactive

Benefits

Health benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

Group insurance benefits

Life insurance

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

Free parking available

Parking available

Until: 2026-03-18

NOTE: Never make payment to any employer, person, company, contractor or agency to get hired for a Job.

Contact: audreyf@bhhbc.ca