Aspiring Construction Estimator — Phoenix, AZ (Mentorship)

PCL; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Civil West, part of the PCL Family of Companies, seeks an Estimating Student in Phoenix, Arizona to work with an experienced team on opportunities, develop cost estimates, and influence pursuit success for community-building projects.

You will review quantities, assist with bid day tasks, and interface with subcontractors while using in-house tools and supporting a strong, inclusive team culture.

Qualifications

• Desire a career in construction Project Management, Field Supervision, or Estimating.
• Pursuing an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Architectural Drafting & Estimating Technology, Construction Management, or related discipline.
• Experience with On-Screen Takeoff, Excel, Word, Revit, Acrobat or similar software.
• Effective verbal and written communication with project personnel, suppliers, subcontractors and owners.
• Ability to read and understand drawings and specifications, and perform quantity takeoffs.
• Must be authorized to work in the US; visa sponsorship is not provided.
• 18 years of age or older.
• Available to work in Los Angeles, CA full time from May to August.
• Employment contingent on passing a substance abuse test.

Responsibilities

• Review and perform quantity survey assignment with lead estimator
• Bid document control
• Performs bid day assignments
• Sub-trade bid reviews and recapping
• Visits job sites periodically
• Use of in-house estimating software (BEST Estimating)
• Develops relationships with subcontractors
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Communication skills

Reading drawings

Team collaboration

Education

Associate or Bachelor in ARC Drafting & Estimating Tech

Tools

On-Screen Takeoff

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Revit

Acrobat

Job description

Civil West, part of the PCL Family of Companies, seeks an Estimating Student in Phoenix, Arizona to work with an experienced team on opportunities, develop cost estimates, and influence pursuit success for community-building projects.

You will review quantities, assist with bid day tasks, and interface with subcontractors while using in-house tools and supporting a strong, inclusive team culture.