Assistant Builder Summer Student

Mattamy Homes; Calgary; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A major homebuilder in Canada is seeking an Assistant Builder for their Calgary site. This entry-level position will assist in managing construction projects to ensure quality standards while providing homeowners with the best experience. Ideal candidates should have post-secondary education in a related field and demonstrate strong customer service and problem-solving skills. This role offers an exciting opportunity for individuals looking to start their career in construction management.

Benefits

Diverse and inclusive work environment

Opportunity for personal growth and learning

Qualifications

• Good technical understanding of homebuilding.
• Basic understanding of Alberta Building Codes and Health & Safety regulations.
• Ability to take initiative and seek direction when uncertain.

Responsibilities

• Assist Builder in ensuring adherence to construction processes.
• Manage construction of assigned homes from framing to warranty.
• Attend regular staff meetings to discuss safety and production.

Skills

Customer service skills

Technical understanding of homebuilding

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Education

Post-secondary education in related fields

Tools

BuildPro

Job description

Location

Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta

Company

Mattamy Homes Canada

Department

Construction - Site

Employment Type

Assistant Builder - Summer Student

Employment Period

May to August 2026

Reports to

Builder

Overview

When it comes to forward‑thinking homebuilding and thoughtfully planned communities, Canadians think of Mattamy Homes. That success is centred on a foundation of great people because our team is as solid as they come. At Mattamy, we are optimistic, hardworking, and supportive. Together we learn and grow as we strive to create a positive impact in the homebuilding industry. Contributing to the Mattamy Way means being surrounded by caring people who encourage you to be exactly who you are. It means your opinion is invited and your contributions count. It means a career filled with pride, knowing you are part of an environmentally conscious, action‑oriented organization with big plans for the future. The opportunity to bring the future of living to homeowners based on what Canadians value is exciting – and we’re making it happen.

What we offer

Mattamy is currently seeking a motivated and dynamic individual to join our Construction Site team for an exciting opportunity to begin their career with an industry leader while completing their studies. The Assistant Builder is an entry‑level building management position which assists the Builder in overseeing timely construction of each home within budget, to achieve company high quality standards while striving to provide the Best Homeowner Experience. You will play an important role in producing QA‑ready homes by coordinating various aspects of the construction process in an efficient, safe manner through effective assistant management of trades, suppliers, and staff.

What you’ll do

• Assist Builder in ensuring complete adherence to Mattamy Construction Processes, in accordance with Mattamy Policy and Procedures.
• Assist Builder in managing construction of assigned homes from framing to warranty service request signoff. Assume shared responsibility for each home meeting Mattamy’s standards, including QA ready.
• Attend regular staff meetings with the Builder or Assistant Builder. Come prepared to discuss safety, quality, production timelines, costs and other issues as determined by the Site Manager.
• Assist in monitoring all daily trade functions: timeliness, quality of workmanship, and completion of work. Walk all homes daily to ensure imperfections are noted, Building Code is adhered to, and Homebuyers’ Options and Extras are done.
• Adhere to procedures as required by the trade’s Scope of Work and Mattamy Quality Standards and take corrective action, as necessary.
• Assist the Builder in scheduling and updating BuildPro.
• Conduct detailed frame check on each unit prior to drywall and follow up to ensure timely completion of any items noted.
• Along with the Builder, share responsibility to schedule and conduct homeowner appointments.
• Assist Builder in supervising on‑site construction staff, including scheduling of subcontractor’s inspectors and suppliers on the job, resolving day‑to‑day problems on the job site, inspecting all work during construction to ensure compliance with plans and specifications, and resolving construction problems.
• Assist in ordering materials required to construct houses.
• Communicate and coordinate activities with trade partners to ensure smooth production operation.
• Assist Builder in scheduling and may attend municipal inspections. Review and rectify issues from inspection reports, as required.
• Ensure all work is being done in a safe manner, participate in safety inspections, and assist the site Safety Specialist in resolving any safety concerns.
• Ensure homes are as clean and aesthetically appealing as possible while under construction.

What you’ll bring

• Post‑secondary or Community College education in related fields (e.g., Construction Engineering Technology) or suitable combination of education and relevant industry experience preferred.
• Good technical understanding of homebuilding.
• Intensely focused on delivering a quality product — takes pride in building a QA‑ready home.
• Basic understanding of Alberta Building Codes and Health & Safety regulations.
• Ability and experience in recognizing and solving problems, taking initiative in seeking direction from direct supervisor when uncertain.
• Good customer service skills.
• Self‑starter who leads by example and readily assumes responsibility for results; readily takes on greater responsibility.
• Exceptional organizational skills and experience using basic tools such as to‑do lists, day timer, logbook, daily follow‑up.
• Great interpersonal and communication skills required, both oral and written.
• Willing to take responsibility and be held accountable for results.

Bonus points

• Experience using BuildPro.
• People management experience is an asset.

We encourage applicants who meet most of the role requirements to hit that submit button and apply! It’s okay if you don’t have 100% of the requirements. If you are willing, we’ll help you learn and grow.

Who we are

Mattamy Homes is the largest family‑owned homebuilder in North America, with 40‑plus years of history across Canada and the United States. Every year, Mattamy helps more than 8,000 families realize their dream of home ownership. In Canada, our communities stretch across the Greater Toronto Area as well as in Ottawa, Calgary and Edmonton.

Be yourself. We want it that way.

At Mattamy, we’re passionate about creating and promoting a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can do their best work. Diversity and inclusion are important to the work we do to support our homebuyers, colleagues, and communities. From how we build our teams to cultivating our leaders, we’re on a journey toward a welcoming, barrier‑free culture for everyone.

Mattamy Homes Canada is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require accommodation through any aspects of the selection process, please notify us on your application and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Qualified applicants will be contacted directly by the Talent Acquisition team.