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Estimator Assistant

Canada, Dorval 50000.00 - 55000.00 CAD / Year · Job Posted June 11, 2026

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Job Description

Our client in Dorval in the construction industry is currently looking for a an assistant estimator. This candidate has the overall responsibility for assisting in various estimation and administrative tasks for each of the construction quotations assigned to the team. This person may have other clerical tasks that will be associated with the role.

Job Responsibility

80% of this position is making phone calls to invite sub-contractor partners to quote and to follow up on receiving their prices
You should be bilingual English and French
Comfortable making many calls for a large part of the day - every day
Research new sub-contractors for pre-qualification process
Request all conformity documentation to add new partners for bidders list
Open project files, create sub-list, establish deadlines, review various criteria

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years administrative experience in the construction industry
Basic construction, facilities, or comparable – administrative experience
Ability to manage priorities and highly organized
Bilingual (English and French) Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
Proficient with Microsoft Office – Excel and Word
Works well independently as well as a part of a team
Professional telephone etiquette
A candidate with drive

What we offer

Monday-Friday (7AM-9AM - 4PM-6PM) (40 hours a week)
3 weeks vacation
Group insurance after probation - Benefits - 50%/50% (medical, dental, life insurance, etc.)
Company is constantly growing and well-known in the industry
RRSP plan after one year

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