Estimation Student - Ottawa

Overview

Co‑op student estimating project costs for construction projects in Ottawa

Key Responsibilities

• bid preparation
• cost database
• estimating software
• quantity take‑off
• bid tracking
• scope review

Tasks

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

Requirements

• relevant degree
• gpa 3.0
• work permit
• collaboration
• adaptability
• communication

What You Bring

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

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About Bird Construction

-Delivers billions in annual revenue and maintains a strong project backlog. -Typical projects include industrial facilities, civil infrastructure, institutional buildings, modular fabrication and maintenance services. -Its strengths lie in self-performed trades—from earthworks and concrete to mechanical, electrical and modular fabrication. -Leverages technology such as BIM/VDC and modular solutions to enhance efficiency and certainty in delivery. -Projects range from deep-mining support and hydroelectric work to transit stations, healthcare facilities and mass timber buildings. -With a finance division (Bird Capital), it can participate in project equity, blending construction with strategic investment.

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