About the role#
We are looking for a student to join our team for a co-op position starting in January 2027. This role is based in Mississauga, Ontario, and is designed to provide you with a business-relevant project where you can manage your own area of responsibility while receiving support from a supervisor and technical mentor.
What you'll do#
- Review project plans, specifications, and related documents to understand project scope.
- Conduct take-offs from project drawings and develop material and labor quantity estimates.
- Use estimating software to prepare detailed cost estimates, including labor, materials, and subcontractor quotes.
- Assist in the preparation of bid proposals by organizing and compiling relevant information.
- Collaborate with senior estimators and project managers to review and analyze bids for accuracy.
- Help maintain and update cost databases, historical data, and estimating resources.
- Support the team in tracking and reporting on project bids, opportunities, and market trends.
- Participate in departmental and project meetings to provide input on estimating matters.
- Stay current with industry trends, construction technologies, and best practices.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a relevant degree program such as Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
- Completion of at least one more semester of education following the internship.
- A GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Ability to operate in an environment where change happens frequently.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
- A sense of urgency and a commitment to achieving goals.
- Ability to work collaboratively with a positive attitude and maintain professional relationships.
- Proof of residency or a valid work permit.
- A current transcript must be included with your application.
Location & details#
- Location: Mississauga, Ontario.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full time.
- Paid position.
About Bird Construction
Bird Construction is a Canadian company that provides construction and maintenance services. It operates across industrial, infrastructure, and building markets. The firm handles projects ranging from new construction and retrofits to industrial maintenance and mine support. It employs over 3,600 people and maintains offices in major geographic markets across Canada.
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