The Kinley Junior Estimator Role

A candidate for the Junior Estimator position should possess the following minimum qualifications:

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• A minimum of 1-2 years’ experience working within the estimating department of a construction related field.

• Basic knowledge of the various disciplines associated with the construction industry – i.e. Civil, Utility, Architectural, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, etc.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction related documents

• Proficient in basic math skills and ability to calculate lengths, areas and volumes of measurement

• Proficient in software applications – MS Excel, MS Word, PDF Applications

• Experience with scheduling applications, VBA programming or AutoCAD an asset.

• Must possess professional and courteous communication skills

• A willingness to accept assignments and discipline to complete assignments within a designated time frame

• The desire to learn and increase value of your position within the organization

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• The Junior Estimator’s Duties will consist of the following tasks:

  • Organization and management of construction related documents – i.e., drawings, specifications, submittals and associated logs.

  • Communication with subcontractors and material suppliers to obtain bids for estimates.

  • Provide support to the Sr. Estimator to complete estimates and bids by bid deadlines.

  • Perform basic quantity takeoffs for various phases of the project

  • Update and maintain vendor contact database and budget estimating database.

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If you'd like to be considered for this role, if and when an opening becomes available, please send resume and salary requirements via email to hiring@kinleyconstruction.com.

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