Co-op, Assistant Coordinator, Estimating

Aecon•Toronto, ON

About The Position

The Student Estimator will have the opportunity to support the civil east team in their process of offering proposals and working with the estimating team. This is an 8 month co-op opportunity.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a university or technical college diploma in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
A valid driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract
Proven ability to work under pressure, prioritize tasks and meet deadlines for normal functions and special assignments.
Attention to detail, mathematical, analytical skills and accuracy.
Ability to build positive working relationships with internal and external clients.
Service orientation and ability to work effectively with a team environment.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

Nice To Haves

Database and P6 knowledge an asset.

Responsibilities

Being mentored by Senior and Chief Estimators in bidding projects including construction approach
Pursuing various projects including a combination of private client proposals, design-build and bid-build projects ranging from roads, bridges, elevated guideways, airports, hydro power dams and many other heavy civil projects
Working with the estimating team on proposal preparation including: Quantity takeoff and updating estimate software with quantities, Database analysis, Subcontractor/Vendor solicitation, Subcontractor/Vendor Quote comparisons & analysis, Entering quotes into estimate software
Assisting with project execution
Assisting in design build process and working with design teams
Preparing portions of estimates utilizing Hard Dollar Estimating software
Preparing portions of schedules utilizing Primavera P6 software
Preparation of handover documents to site team for successful bids