Estimating Student

ESTIMATING STUDENT Reports to: VP, Preconstruction Term: 8 or 12 months Location: Calgary, AB office THE OPPORTUNITY Reporting to the Estimating Manager, the Estimating Student will support the Preconstruction and Estimating team with the preparation of proposals, tenders, and project estimates. The position is targeted towards ambitious individuals working towards a degree in construction engineering (Civil/Geotechnical) or a related subject ideally focused on special foundations. YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES * Assist with reviewing tender packages, drawings, specifications, and geotechnical information * Prepare quantity take-offs and support project cost estimates * Assist with preparing technical tenders, bids, and supporting documentation * Check geotechnical scopes and project requirements * Perform general estimating administration and maintain tender files * Maintain and update project and geotechnical databases * Conduct research to support estimating and tendering activities * Liaise with internal teams to gather information for estimates and submissions * Participate in site visits and other learning opportunities, where appropriate WHAT WE LOOK FOR * Civil or Structural engineering student, or graduate of engineering tech program. * 1-2 years of experience in a construction environment. * Good communications, problem solving, organizational and interpersonal skills. * Computer literate in a Windows environment. * Valid Class 5 Driver’s License. ABOUT BAUER FOUNDATIONS CANADA BAUER Foundations Canada Inc. is a leading provider of design-build geotechnical solutions, specializing in shoring systems, deep foundations and piling, cut-off walls, soil improvement, and other advanced ground engineering services. With offices in Calgary, AB; Vancouver, BC; and Oakville and Hamilton, ON, we support projects across Canada, delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality solutions for complex ground conditions. As the Canadian subsidiary of BAUER Spezialtiefbau GmbH, part of the globally renowned BAUER Group, we draw on more than 236 years of engineering excellence and innovation. Through our close collaboration with BAUER companies around the world, we combine local expertise with global resources - leveraging advanced technologies, specialized equipment, and world-class technical knowledge.

The Estimating Student will support the Preconstruction team by preparing project estimates, quantity take-offs, and technical tender documentation. They will also maintain project databases and assist in liaising with internal teams to gather necessary information for submissions.

Candidates must be students or graduates in Civil or Structural engineering or an engineering technology program. A valid Class 5 Driver’s License and 1-2 years of construction experience are required.

• Problem solvingPreferred

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• Quantity Take-offs
• Tender Preparation
• Geotechnical Analysis
• Project Cost Estimation
• Technical Bidding
• Data Management
• Construction Engineering
• Problem Solving
• Organizational Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Communication Skills
• Windows Environment
• Site Visits
• Quantity Take-Offs
• Information Gathering
• Valid Driver's License
• Research
• Communication
• Computer Literacy
• Geotechnical Engineering
• Innovation
• Interpersonal Communications
• Structural Engineering
• Project Estimation

• Construction
• Engineering
• Administrative
• Estimating Specialist
• Geotechnical Engineer
• Civil Engineers

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week