Estimating Student: Hands-On Construction Experience

PCL; Halifax; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

PCL Constructors Canada Inc. in Halifax, Nova Scotia, invites applications for an Estimating Student position for a 4-month term starting January 2027. You will gain hands-on experience, work with our estimating team, and support bid-related activities across the Atlantic Canada district.

Strong interest in civil construction and the ability to read blueprints are essential. This internship offers mentorship, exposure to real projects, and potential pathways to full-time roles within the

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree or diploma in civil engineering or related field.
• Proficient use of word processing, spreadsheets, and drafting software.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Familiarity with contract types such as Lump Sum, Design-Build, and PM/CM.
• Construction work interest and prior field experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Understand and use PCL estimating manuals, systems and forms.
• Review quantity survey assignment with lead estimator or Chief Estimator.
• Perform assigned quantity survey.
• Provide quantities of major purchase items to purchasing for pricing.
• Transfer quantities to lead estimator.
• Bid document control.
• Perform bid day assignments.
• Visit job sites periodically.
• Develop relationships with subcontractors.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Civil engineering

Software skills

Reading blueprints

Contract types knowledge

Construction experience asset

Education

Civil engineering degree/diploma

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheet

Drafting software

Job description

PCL Constructors Canada Inc. in Halifax, Nova Scotia, invites applications for an Estimating Student position for a 4-month term starting January 2027. You will gain hands-on experience, work with our estimating team, and support bid-related activities across the Atlantic Canada district.

Strong interest in civil construction and the ability to read blueprints are essential. This internship offers mentorship, exposure to real projects, and potential pathways to full-time roles within the