Bilingual Engineering Student

PCL; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Bilingual Engineering Student for a 4-month internship in Ottawa. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the construction industry, working on diverse projects that contribute to building better communities. You will engage in various responsibilities, from conducting deficiency walks to coordinating sub-trade work, all while enhancing your skills in a supportive environment. Join a team that values personal and professional growth, and be part of a company that is committed to creating equitable opportunities and an inclusive workplace. This is your chance to build a career you can be proud of!

Qualifications

• Working towards a degree in civil engineering or related field.
• Bilingual in English and French is required.

Responsibilities

• Conducts deficiency walks and tracks site progress.
• Coordinates sub-trade work and verifies site conditions.
• Participates in project meetings and produces as-built drawings.

Skills

Bilingualism (English and French)

Civil Engineering knowledge

Computer software applications

Self-motivation

Field construction experience

Education

Degree or diploma in civil engineering

Tools

Word processing software

Spreadsheet applications

Drafting software

Job description

At PCL, we build the places where life happens and find camaraderie in the process. We’re a community of builders committed to building better communities. That’s why we’re always looking ahead, and not just to the next project or what’s next in our industry.

We're also looking at what's next for you and how we can help you build a career you're proud of. As a student at PCL, you will get the opportunity for challenging work assignments in a supportive work environment which promotes personal and professional growth.

We are seeking a Bilingual Engineering Student for our Ottawa District on a project in Gatineau, QC, within our Canadian Buildings Division, that is available for 4 months from May 2025 to August 2025.

Responsibilities

• Conducts deficiency walks.
• Coordinates and supervises sub-trade work.
• Takes and coordinates progress photos.
• Tracks site progress and deficiencies.
• Verifies site conditions and coordinates with drawings.
• Coordinates, marks up and updates drawings.
• Coordinates work specific scope and trades.
• Conducts trade quote reviews by verifying material quantities, hours, and rates.
• Inputs and updates deficiency logs.
• Participates in project meetings.
• Performs quantity take-offs.
• Produces as-built drawings.
• Sets up and maintains record keeping.

Qualifications

• Working towards a degree or diploma in a civil engineering related field.
• Bilingualism in English and French is required.
• A passion for working in a construction environment.
• Experience with the application of various computer software programs, including word processing, spreadsheet applications, and drafting.
• Self-motivation with a hands-on approach.
• Prior field construction experience is considered an asset.
• Completion of the ASP Construction Safety course is considered an asset.

Next Step:

Please note that candidates who have been selected to move forward to the next stage of the recruitment process will receive an email to complete a short online video interview.

PCL is an innovative, employee-owned company comprised of people who find passion in their profession and take pride in doing great work every day. Our work powers the infrastructure and utilities that are essential to daily life and our projects are the scene of vacations, careers, education, and healing. We are consistently ranked among the best companies to work for because we are committed to supporting and developing our teams.

The PCL Companies celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating equitable opportunities and an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran status.

Should you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at [e-mail] with the position and location you are interested in.

Together, we can build success and a better future. Let’s get started!