Student Estimator

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• For Those Who Seek to Redefine
• The greatest achievements in history are borne from the greatness within people - where human potential meets vision, and passion fuels evolution. Unlocking this potential is the most important thing we do at Bird.
• What We Believe In
• We Put Safety First
• A healthy and safe work environment is non-negotiable. We build a culture of operational and psychological safety through engagement, learning and leadership.
• We Lead With Honesty
• We speak and act with integrity, clarity and care so people can trust our word and our work. Being honest means we can deliver the best outcomes and consistent results.
• We Are Stronger Together
• Success is a team effort. Our inclusive workplace enables our combined expertise, humility and creativity to unlock our greater potential.
• We Are Driven To Do Great Work
• We built our name on quality. We have a passion for excellence in our work and relationships that honours our businesses and our industry.
• We Create Opportunity
• Rooted in a solid foundation, we adapt and grow to face the future. We are committed to elevating each other to chart the best path forward in an evolving world.

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Student Estimator 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 or 8 month co-op position starting in September 2026. This position will be based out of Edmonton, Alberta What You Will Be Working On What You'll Be Working On 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 estimating. Who We Need On Our Team You are currently enrolled in a relevant degree program such as Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent program You will complete at least one more semester of education following your internship and 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

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