Title:
Junior Estimator Co-Op- Fall 2026- Sept- Dec
Company:
SKYGRiD is an industry-leading construction and building services company. We serve clients in the industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential markets, by utilizing our collaborative team approach to fulfill their building’s purpose.
What you will be doing:
The Junior Estimator Co-op will assist the Estimating Team in preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for construction projects. This role involves learning from senior estimators, participating in site visits, and developing strong relationships with trades, subcontractors, and suppliers.
This posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization.
- Preparing estimates of probable costs for materials, labor, equipment, and subcontracts based on contract bids, quotations, schematic drawings, and specifications.
- Completing full quantity take-offs for all aspects of each new project as per contract specifications.
- Advising on tendering procedures, examine, and analyze tenders and recommend tender awards.
- Conducting financial assessments of contract variations.
- Preparing and maintaining a directory of suppliers, contractors, and subcontractors.
- Ensuring accurate and high-quality record keeping.
- Cost value procurement of materials, equipment and labour and current market value assessment.
- Maintaining good relationships and create new ones with trades, subcontractors, and suppliers.
- Liaising consulting and communicating with engineers, architects, owners, contractors, and subcontractors, and prepare economic feasibility studies on changes and adjustments to cost estimates.
- Other duties, as required.
What you will bring:
- Must be currently enrolled in a Post- Secondary institution with a focus in Construction Management, or relevant.
- Strong and effective communication, writing, and computer skills are essential
- Ability to work with a sense of urgency.
- Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong initiative and ability to work independently.
- Proficiency in MS Office programs and Bluebeam.
- Familiarity with AutoCAD architecture and Revit is beneficial but not required.
- Ability to understand engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, and construction practices and apply this knowledge efficiently in day-to-day tasks.
- Ability to perform in a fast-paced construction environment.
- A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle would be beneficial.
Top benefits and perks:
As a team member at SKYGRiD Construction you’ll enjoy:
- Competitive salary
- Gaining valuable on- site experience
- Mentorship and growth opportunities
- Professional development
- Network and connect with valuable professionals
- Great Place to Work™ certified
Pay Transparency:
Hourly wage: $20.00- $28.50 per hour, based on previous co-op terms completed and relevant experience.
Working Conditions:
Location:
Head Office, Mississauga
5750 Explorer Drive, Mississauga, ON
SKYGRiD is committed to building a diverse workforce representative of the communities we serve. Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment (if applicable) process as required under SKYGRiD’s Accessibility policies and procedures. Applicants must make their accommodation needs known upon requests for interviews.
Visit our website at www.skygrid.ca to explore other opportunities with SKYGRiD.
SKYGRiD is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Notice to Recruiters: SKYGRiD does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Any resumes submitted without a prior written agreement will be considered the property of SKYGRiD, with no obligation for fees.
