Estimating Student: 4–16 Month Construction Internship

PCL Construction; Calgary; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Benefits program incl. EAP

Award-winning employer

Training through College of Constr.

Career growth

Opportunities across regions

Job summary

PCL Construction Management Inc. in Calgary, Alberta is seeking an Estimating Student for a 4–16 month program starting January 2027. You will support estimating activities, review quantity surveys with lead estimators, and help with bid preparation on infrastructure projects.

This role offers hands-on training and pathways for future opportunities within PCL. Strong interest in construction and basic software skills are expected.

Qualifications

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

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.

Skills

Construction environment

Field construction experience

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Drafting

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheet software

CAD/Drafting

Job description

PCL Construction Management Inc. in Calgary, Alberta is seeking an Estimating Student for a 4–16 month program starting January 2027. You will support estimating activities, review quantity surveys with lead estimators, and help with bid preparation on infrastructure projects.

This role offers hands-on training and pathways for future opportunities within PCL. Strong interest in construction and basic software skills are expected.