Student Estimator (Co-op Only)

We are Chandos

Inclusion. Collaboration. Ingenuity. Innovation.

These values speak to our desire to create places where all people belong, listening and learning from one another in a way that sparks ideas and leads to positive changes in our industry and community.  They also demonstrate our commitment to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture. And, if they resonate with you too, we should talk!

We are 100 percent employee owned and proud to be the first and largest B Corp certified commercial builder in North America, meaning we put our values at the centre of everything we do. 

Continuous improvement is core to our success. Championing innovative and collaborative ways to build is just one example of that. Collaborative construction leads to more efficiency, cost savings, social value, and a much better working experience for everyone.

Every day, our teams are working to build places for people to live, work, learn, serve, and play. But above all, we’re building community. And, we’re looking for like-minded people to join us. Together, we can build a better world.

Job Description

The Student Estimator is responsible for providing support to the Estimating team for the accurate, timely preparation of full-cost estimates for projects, including materials and labour. This individual's accuracy is critical to the profitability of the business.

• Aid in preparing estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work
• Assist in the establishment of unit costs, labour rates, productivity factors and location
• impacts
• Help maintain files of working documents as backup for estimate figures, including current (accurate) information on prices from suppliers through direct contact, sales brochures, price lists, etc.
• Assist in the preparation of presentations to management and clients
• Support the estimating team as required.

"Chandos doesn't treat you as a student, but as a future full-time employee and they create opportunities [for you] to learn," says former co-op student, Patrick Robitaille. Read more about his experience  here .

Qualifications

• Current Engineering Student - Civil/Construction discipline is preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite

Additional Information

Chandos is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture and this includes our recruitment and hiring process. 

We recognize that our differences are our greatest strengths. We uncover talent. We nurture talent. And then we give people the tools they need to use their talent to create a positive impact.

• We are 100% employee owned . Every person who works for Chandos can become an owner. There is only  one class  of units at Chandos, because we believe everyone should be  treated equal . We talk about being an  entrepreneurial-minded  organization and you can be sure we mean it!
• Competitive wages
• Leadership conferences  that allow employees to connect and collaborate
• Regular company-wide engagement  opportunities