Student Estimator

Bird Construction • Mississauga, ON

17d • Onsite

About The Position

Our internships and Co-ops are designed to provide you with a business relevant project that will allow you to independently manage your own area of responsibility, while receiving support from an assigned Supervisor and Technical Mentor. We’ll help you discover your strengths and development areas in a challenging, fun, and supportive work environment. We are seeking a student to join us for a 4, 8 or 12-month co-op position starting in September 2026. This position will be based out of Mississauga, Ontario.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a relevant degree program such as Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or equivalent program
• Will complete at least one more semester of education following your internship
• Possess a GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Ability to lead and operate within an environment where change happens frequently
• Ability to forge, grow and maintain positive relationships
• Exemplify the Ideal Team Player – Hungry, Humble, Smart
• Highly developed interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Sense of urgency and strong commitment to achieving goals
• Ability to work collaboratively with a positive attitude
• Residency, or a valid work permit which would allow you to work for Bird Construction or one of our wholly owned subsidiaries
• All applications must include a current transcript

Nice To Haves

• If you are selected for a role with client specific requirements, you may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment Medical and/or Alcohol & Drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Review project plans, specifications, and related documents to gain an understanding of project scope and requirements.
• Conduct take-offs from project drawings and develop material and labor quantity estimates.
• Utilize estimating software and tools to prepare detailed cost estimates, including labor, materials, subcontractor quotes, and other project costs.
• Assist in the preparation of bid proposals, including organizing and compiling all relevant estimating information.
• Collaborate with senior estimators and project managers to review and analyze bids and proposals for accuracy and competitiveness.
• Assist in maintaining and updating cost databases, historical data, and estimating resources to ensure accuracy and consistency in estimating practices.
• Support the estimating team in tracking and reporting on project bids, opportunities, and market trends.
• Participate in departmental and project meetings to provide input and support on estimating-related matters.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, construction technologies, and best practices in estimatin

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed