Estimating Student

PCL Constructors; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company based in Winnipeg is seeking candidates for a role focused on estimating and quantity surveys. Ideal candidates have a strong desire to work in construction and experience with software applications. Responsibilities include understanding estimating manuals, conducting quantity surveys, and developing subcontractor relationships.

Qualifications

• Prior field construction and estimating experience will be considered an asset.
• Application of various computer software programs is required.

Responsibilities

• Understand and utilize estimating manuals and systems.
• Perform assigned quantity surveys and control bid documents.
• Develop relationships with subcontractors.

Skills

Strong desire to work in a construction environment

Experience with computer software

Job description

Responsibilities

• Understanding and utilizing PCL’s estimating manuals, systems and forms
• Reviewing quantity survey assignment with lead estimator or Chief Estimator
• Performing assigned quantity survey
• Giving quantities of major purchase items to purchasing department for pricing
• Transferring quantities to lead estimator
• Performing general subtrade solicitation duties
• Bid document control
• Performing bid day assignments
• Visiting job sites periodically
• Developing relationships with subcontractors
• Other duties as assigned by the Chief Estimator

Qualifications

What you will bring to the role :

• Candidates must have a strong desire to work in a construction environment and prior field construction and estimating experience will be considered an asset.
• Application of various computer software programs will be required, including word processing, spreadsheet applications and drafting.

Next Step

Please note that candidates who have been selected to move forward to the next stage of the recruitment process will receive an email to complete a short online video interview.