Construction Estimators

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Analyze costs of and prepare estimates on civil engineering, architectural, structural, electrical and mechanical construction projects.

Outlook

Undetermined

Wage

Low: $21.00
Median: $40.00
High: $49.52

Training

  • 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.

Places of Employment

Residential, commercial and industrial construction companies and major electrical, mechanical and trade contractors, or they may be self-employed.

Regulated

No