Estimator Co-op

**Come Build Your Career at Aecon**

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects 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 Always.** 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 people 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

Under the general supervision of a Senior Estimator, this position has the responsibility to assist in the preparation and delivery of compliant and comprehensive construction cost estimates, methodologies, execution plans, projects risks, assumptions, and clarifications for various scopes relating to nuclear / industrial construction projects.

**What You'll Do Here**

• Work effectively in a team environment and support other estimators and mangers in the department
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
• Support the Bid Manager throughout the entire duration of the proposal / estimate development process
• Participation and understanding of both design/build and “build-to-spec” contracts
• Review and interpret project drawings, specifications, lists, and other technical documentation
• Ability to conceptualize construction plans / methodologies that define how to construct and/or install equipment or complete an activity and translate those concepts into realistic estimate summaries.
• Assist in creating sketches, drawings and specifications to support the estimating process
• Utilize construction estimating software to compile detailed estimate information
• Estimate Preparation - labour hours / headcounts, material costs; tools & equipment costs; scheduling durations; and compile bid packages for subcontractors and/or equipment suppliers
• Analyzes sub-trade quotations, liaison with subcontractors for clarification of issues
• Attend estimate kick-off and approval meetings with management to review estimate details, assumptions, and risk factors
• Attend walkdowns / site visits to understand project scope
• Maintain estimating information to establish historical database references, including information on prices from equipment vendors, material suppliers and/or subcontractors.
• Superior time management with the ability to meet deadlines

**What You Bring To The Team**

• Enrolled in Construction Engineering Technologist or Trade Certification or Gold Seal Certificate (Estimating) program
• Estimate software experience including ‘take-off’ programs (i.e. OST Pro, Bluebeam, etc.)
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Concentration, imagination, ability to read and understand drawings, self-assurance, responsible attitude.
• Good knowledge of subcontracting processes
• Understanding of unionized trade agreements
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multi-tasking and multi-disciplined team environment