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Construction Estimators

(NOC 2234)
 

Requirement


  • Completion of secondary school is required.
  • Completion of a three-year college program in civil or construction engineering technology or several years of experience as a qualified tradesperson in a construction trade such as plumbing, carpentry or electrical, are required.
  • Certification by the Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors is usually required.

Degrees Associated with This Career

Certificate
Diploma

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Apprenticeship

Useful Experience/Skills

Prepare estimates of labour and/or material costs
Prepare master format estimates (Class A)
Prepare elemental format estimates (Classes B, C, D)
Prepare estimates for general expenses and overheads
Project cash flow and financing requirements
Estimate pre-contract costs
Utilize quantity take-off procedures
Advise on tendering procedures
Analyze tenders and recommend awards
Liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates

Durham College
Oshawa, Ontario, CA

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Trades Fundamentals Certificate
Mechanical Technician - Elevating Devices Diploma; Co-op
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Algonquin College
Ottawa, Ontario, CA

Related Program(s):
Carpentry and Renovation Techniques Certificate
Civil Engineering Technology Diploma; Advanced
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Fleming College
Peterborough, Ontario, CA

Related Program(s):
Carpentry and Renovation Technician Diploma
Trade Fundamentals Certificate
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Canadore College
North Bay, Ontario, CA

Related Program(s):
Building Construction Technician Diploma
Civil Engineering - Technician Diploma
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Red Deer Polytechnic
Red Deer, Alberta, CA

Related Program(s):
Parts Technician Certificate; Apprenticeship
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Modified on January 26, 2022