Junior Estimator
PCL Construction View all jobs
- Edmonton, AB
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Employee ownership opportunities that build long-term value
- Annual discretionary performance bonuses
- RRSP, TFSA, Pension Contribution Options
- Flexible medical, dental and vision benefits
- Prescription drug coverage and virtual care services
- Life, AD&D and disability insurance
- Paid parental leave and family care support
- Health and lifestyle spending account options
- Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs
- Career growth pathways, leadership development and mentorship programs
- Access to world-class training through PCL's College of Construction and professional development courses
- Ongoing opportunities to learn new skills, explore different roles and grow your career across sectors and regions
- Supports estimators on preparing bids and proposals.
- Completes quantity, material, and labor takeoffs from project documents.
- Applies material unit prices or allowances and base labor productivities to the estimate.
- Assists with bid document control and documenting, organizing, and archiving all information relating to the estimate for successful transfer to the project team.
- Supports lead bid runner with bid-day assignments.
- Solicits competitive pricing from subtrade partners and suppliers for pursuit.
- Develops and maintains strong relationships with all stakeholders including lead estimator, lead bid runner, subtrade partners and suppliers.
- Bachelor’s degree or diploma in related discipline or trade experience or equivalent.
- Some relevant experience in a construction environment is preferred.
- Basic knowledge of the construction industry and key principles involved in bid preparation.
- Understands and uses takeoff systems.
- Ability to converse with and solicit trades and comfortable with cold-calling.
- Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with stakeholders including the ability to solicit subtrade partners and suppliers.
- Working knowledge of estimating software and Microsoft Office Suite, with a strong aptitude for adopting new technology.