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Estimating Student

PCL

Edmonton

On-site

CAD 30,000 - 60,000

Full time

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Job summary

A leading construction company in Edmonton is seeking an Estimating Student to gain experience in project management and estimating. The role involves conducting quantity surveys, managing bid documents, and visiting job sites. Candidates should be pursuing relevant degrees and possess strong communication skills. This opportunity is ideal for those eager to grow within a dynamic team. The company promotes diversity and is committed to equitable opportunities for all employees.

Benefits

Employee share purchase program
Discretionary performance bonus
Comprehensive benefits program
Retirement plan with matching
Career development programs

Qualifications

  • Desire a career in construction Project Management, Field Supervision, or Estimating.
  • Ability to read and understand drawings and specifications.
  • Experience using various computer software.

Responsibilities

  • Review and perform quantity survey assignments with lead estimator.
  • Control bid document management.
  • Participate in bid day assignments.

Skills

Verbal communication
Written communication
Quantity take offs
Use of estimating software
Relationship development

Education

Associate’s or bachelor's degree in Architectural Drafting & Estimating Technology
Construction Management

Tools

On‑Screen Takeoff
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
Revit
Acrobat
Job description

At PCL, we build the places where life happens and find camaraderie in the process. We’re a community of builders committed to building better communities. That’s why we’re always looking ahead, and not just to the next project or what’s next in our industry.

We’re also looking ahead at what’s next for you. We’re ready to help you build a career you’ll love — one where you get to use your best talents as you discover new ones along the way. If you can picture yourself working with a team that enjoys tackling challenges while encouraging each other to succeed, then you belong at PCL.

If you see yourself growing with PCL as an Estimating Student, apply to this posting and we’ll consider you for future opportunities.

Once you apply, our recruitment team will review your application and contact you if your experience is a good fit for the position. In the meantime, sign up for our talent community so you can be the first to know about PCL opportunities.

Here’s how an Estimating Student for our Phoenix Buildings office contributes to our team:

  • Review and perform quantity survey assignment with lead estimator
  • Bid document control
  • Perform bid day assignments
  • Sub-trade bid reviews and recapping
  • Visits job sites periodically
  • Use of in-house estimating software (BEST Estimating)
  • Develop relationships with subcontractors
  • Other duties as assigned
Qualifications

Desire a career in construction Project Management, Field Supervision, or Estimating.

Pursuing an associate’s or bachelor's degree in Architectural Drafting & Estimating Technology, Construction Management, or related discipline.

Any experience using the following: On‑Screen Takeoff, Microsoft Excel and Word, Revit, Acrobat, and other computer software.

Required to effectively communicate verbally and in writing, with project personnel, suppliers, subcontractors and owners.

Ability to read and understand drawings and specifications, and perform quantity take offs.

18 years of age or older.

Employment with PCL is contingent upon passing a substance abuse test conducted by a third party.

PCL is an innovative, employee‑owned company comprised of people who find passion in their profession and take pride in doing great work every day. Our work powers the infrastructure and utilities that are essential to daily life and our projects are the scene of vacations, careers, education and healing. We are consistently ranked among the best companies to work for because we are committed to supporting and developing our teams.

The PCL Companies celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating equitable opportunities and an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We make employment‑related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.

PCL combines numerous pay and benefit strategies to provide a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package. Any salary range displayed by a job board is an estimate. Your salary, which considers your unique qualifications and experience, is just one component of the robust total rewards you’ll enjoy at PCL. This may include an employee share purchase offering, discretionary annual performance bonus, comprehensive benefits and wellness programs, retirement plan plus matching, and career development programs.

Should you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at careers@pcl.com with the position and location you are interested in.

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