Field Engineer - Preconstruction & Estimating

Aecon; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 72,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aecon in Vancouver, BC, seeks an experienced Project Coordinator or Field Engineer to support preconstruction and bid development for large-scale civil projects. The role suits someone with 3–5 years of field experience and interest in moving into estimating or operations upon award.

You’ll work with estimating teams on bids, prepare tender costs, perform quantity takeoffs, and coordinate with subcontractors to ensure accurate submissions in line with Aecon’s risk policies.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Civil Engineering or Construction Management, or acceptable combination of education and experience.
• 3–5 years of experience as Field Engineer or Project Coordinator in heavy civil construction.
• Knowledge of construction equipment, drawings, materials, and project standards.
• Proficiency in Primavera, AutoCAD, SAP and MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Pursue bid opportunities including bid-build, design-build, and PPP projects.
• Work with estimating teams on bid preparations.
• Formulate all costs for tender submission including labour, equipment, material, rentals and subcontracts.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and update estimate software.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and vendors for quotes.
• Assist with means and methods for project construction.
• Assist in design-build processes with design teams.
• Analyze documents, drawings, specs, proposals and addenda for pricing.
• Drive estimating process and ensure tender submission accuracy.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Field-to-office flexibility

Education

Civil Engineering/Construction Management degree

Tools

Primavera scheduling software

AutoCAD

SAP

Job description

Aecon in Vancouver, BC, seeks an experienced Project Coordinator or Field Engineer to support preconstruction and bid development for large-scale civil projects. The role suits someone with 3–5 years of field experience and interest in moving into estimating or operations upon award.

You’ll work with estimating teams on bids, prepare tender costs, perform quantity takeoffs, and coordinate with subcontractors to ensure accurate submissions in line with Aecon’s risk policies.