Estimating Intern

What is the Opportunity? 

Reporting to the Estimating Manager, the Estimating Intern will assist in delivering accurate and timely cost estimates, budgets, and schedules for assigned projects. This internship offers hands-on experience in estimating and project controls within a dynamic construction environment.

Duration: 3 months

What You'll Do Here:

• Search and accumulate historical estimate data and work with the integration team to develop benchmarking data which will feed the Estimating & Proposal (E&P) dashboard and Monthly Business Review (BMR) presentation.
• Analyze documents, specifications, proposals, and addendums in preparation for pricing.
• Assist with RFPs and general contract tender submissions.
• Support the team in preparing quantity take-offs from construction drawings.
• Research and obtain pricing from suppliers and subcontractors for project estimates.
• Assist with prequalification submissions, RFQs, and RFIs as required.
• Aid in creating estimates for bid submissions, including labor, equipment, material, rentals, and subcontracts.
• Ensure proper distribution of documentation upon award.
• Collect data for reports on key performance indicators.
• Maintain files and correspondence on active and completed projects.
• Provide technical support to field staff when needed.
• Coordinate scope changes as required.
• Comply with Aecon’s risk management policies and procedures.
• Maintain estimating data systems to ensure accuracy and currency.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Bring To The Team:

• Currently enrolled in or recently completed Civil, Construction, Electrical Engineering, or Business diploma/degree program.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and contract documents.
• Knowledge of contract language, terms and conditions, and bonding is an asset.
• Understanding of job cost fundamentals and basic accounting/reporting principles is an asset.
• Self-motivated with excellent organizational skills.
• Strong computer skills (MS Excel, Word, Project, and estimating software).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work accurately and effectively under pressure.
• Capability to work independently and as part of a team.