Estimating Student — Hands-on Construction Estimating

PCL Construction; Halifax; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Mentorship and College of Construction

Networking events

Career pathways to full-time roles

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Mental health support

Job summary

PCL Constructors Canada Inc. is seeking an Estimating Student for our Atlantic Canada district in Halifax for a 4‑month assignment starting January 2027.

You will learn estimating manuals, assist with quantity surveys, and interact with lead estimators and subcontractors to support pricing decisions. You’ll gain hands-on experience on real projects, with mentorship, and access to career pathways within a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree or diploma in civil engineering or a related field.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret construction documents.
• Familiarity with MS Office and drafting software.

Responsibilities

• Understand and utilize estimating manuals, systems and forms.
• Review quantity survey assignments with lead estimator or Chief Estimator.
• Perform assigned quantity survey tasks and provide quantities for pricing.
• Transfer quantities to lead estimator and support subtrade solicitations.
• Assist bid document control and bid day assignments.
• Visit job sites periodically and develop subcontractor relationships.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Strong interest in construction

MS Office proficiency

Education

Civil engineering degree or diploma (in progress)

Tools

Drafting software

Word processing & spreadsheets

Job description

PCL Constructors Canada Inc. is seeking an Estimating Student for our Atlantic Canada district in Halifax for a 4‑month assignment starting January 2027.

You will learn estimating manuals, assist with quantity surveys, and interact with lead estimators and subcontractors to support pricing decisions. You’ll gain hands-on experience on real projects, with mentorship, and access to career pathways within a collaborative team environment.