Estimating Student: Mentorship & Real Projects

PCL Construction; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Hands-on project experience

Mentorship and College of Construction

Networking events

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Mental health support

Job summary

PCL Construction is seeking an Estimating student for the Montréal district in the Canadian Buildings sector. The role runs for 4 or 8 months starting January 2027, offering hands-on experience with the estimating team and real projects.

You will learn to use estimating manuals and systems, review quantities with senior estimators, and assist with bid day activities while building relationships with subcontractors. This is an entry-level opportunity with mentorship.

Qualifications

• Strong desire to work in a construction environment.
• Prior field construction experience is an asset.
• Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet applications and drafting.

Responsibilities

• Review quantity survey assignments with lead estimator or Chief Estimator.
• Perform assigned quantity survey work.
• Provide quantities of major purchase items to purchasing for pricing.
• Bid document control and bid day assignments.
• Visit job sites periodically and develop subcontractor relationships.

Skills

Construction environment

Microsoft Office

Drafting

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheet applications

Job description

PCL Construction is seeking an Estimating student for the Montréal district in the Canadian Buildings sector. The role runs for 4 or 8 months starting January 2027, offering hands-on experience with the estimating team and real projects.

You will learn to use estimating manuals and systems, review quantities with senior estimators, and assist with bid day activities while building relationships with subcontractors. This is an entry-level opportunity with mentorship.