Student Estimator

4 weeks ago

Calgary, Canada AECON Full time
Come Build Your Career at Aecon

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is and building what matters for future generations to thrive We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:
  • Safety First. Our number one core value. If we can't do it safely, we don't do it at all.
  • Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
  • Accountability. We're passionate about delivering on our commitments.
  • Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.
We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us

At Aecon we:
  • Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
  • Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
  • Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
  • Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.
Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement - driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We're always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community

Company and Divisional Overview

Safe. Trusted. Respected. Aecon Civil is a market leader with a self-perform competitive advantage and core local strength in key markets. We're proud of our work helping to expand and improve Canada's infrastructure and transportation networks, and we're ready to build the future of our country. With over a century of experience, and the ability to offer diverse, comprehensive services, Aecon is a preferred contractor for our clients. This includes numerous public entities and Public-Private Partnerships in Canada and abroad.

We are currently looking for a Student Estimator to join Aecon Foundations for an 8 to 16 month co-op placement. The Student Estimator will sit out of our Toronto or Calgary office location starting September 2024 and will support the Foundations team in their process of bidding new work and working with the estimating team.

Key Responsibilities
  • Being mentored by Senior and Chief Estimators in bidding projects including construction approach
  • Pursuing various projects including a combination of bid-build, design-build and PPP projects ranging from bridges, tunnels, highways to water & wastewater treatment
  • Working with estimate teams on bid preparations including
  • Quantity takeoff and updating estimate software with quantities
  • Subcontractor/Vendor solicitation
  • Subcontractor/Vendor Quote comparisons
  • Inserting quotes into estimate software
  • Assisting with means and methods for project construction
  • Assisting in design build process and working with design teams
  • Preparing portions of estimates utilizing Hard Dollar Estimating software
  • Preparing portions of schedules utilizing Primavera P6 software
  • Participate in tender closing
  • Working with partners estimating teams
  • Preparation of handover documents to site team for successful bids
Required Knowledge and Skills
  • Currently enrolled in a university or technical college diploma in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
  • A valid driver's license with a clean driver's abstract
  • Proven ability to work under pressure, prioritize tasks and meet deadlines for normal functions and special assignments.
  • Attention to detail, mathematical, analytical skills and accuracy.
  • Ability to build positive working relationships with internal and external clients.
  • Service orientation and ability to work effectively with a team environment.
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the ACA during any step of the application process please #J-18808-Ljbffr

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