Position Title:  Estimating Intern

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. The safety of our people, projects, partners, and stakeholders is our priority focus – today and always.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide opportunities where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute fully.

• Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Be intentional about investing in your development. We support career growth and skill advancement through Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and leadership programs.
• Commit to creating work environments grounded in mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and innovation. This is supported through meaningful initiatives and training, partnerships with Veteran groups, Aecon Women in Trades and diversity programs, and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that help us build top talent and harness our collective strengths across our culture.
• Operate responsibly by managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all projects and the communities we serve.

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.

Aecon fosters belonging within and across our organization. We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.