Building Systems Student

PCL Construction; Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Building Systems Student for a dynamic internship in Toronto. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in challenging work assignments, contributing to various projects while gaining valuable experience in the construction industry. As part of a supportive team, you will review critical documents, assist in project management, and ensure compliance with technical requirements. This internship is designed to foster personal and professional growth, making it an ideal starting point for your career in construction. Join a community of builders and help shape better communities!

Benefits

Employee Share Purchase Offering

Discretionary Annual Performance Bonus

Comprehensive Benefits

Wellness Programs

Retirement Plan with Matching

Career Development Programs

Qualifications

• Desire to work in a construction environment.
• Prior field construction experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing contract documentation and drawings.
• Setting up documentation and communication systems.
• Assisting in project close-out activities.

Skills

Construction Environment Experience

Computer Software Proficiency

Word Processing

Spreadsheet Applications

Drafting

Education

Student in Construction Management or Related Field

Job description

The future you want is within reach.

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 aBuilding Systems Student, for ourToronto District, within our Canadian Buildings Division that is available for4 month or 8 months starting September 2025.

As aBuilding Systems Studentand depending on your assigned project, you will have the opportunity to contribute to our team by:

Responsibilities

• Reviewing all contract documentation including architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical drawings and specifications.
• Reviewing for possible delays or interferences prior to the initial start-up of the project.
• Setting up a documentation and communication system with the Project Manager or Project Superintendent depending on the size of project.
• Producing and maintaining a shop drawing log for all electrical equipment or material submittals and/or samples.
• Pursuing applicable trades for timely submission or re-submissions.
• Assisting in reviewing and providing comments on shop drawings prior to submitting to the consultants.
• Soliciting input from the all the electrical and mechanical subtrades including equipment and material delivery dates for input into the schedule.
• Developing and maintaining installation schedules.
• Performing quality control inspections with the consultant and Building Systems Coordinator/Manager.
• Assisting project staff in establishing the construction plan and temporary services layout.
• Assisting the team with temporary services procurement.
• Reviewing all specifications, drawings, etc. to ensure technical and code requirements for material, equipment and field activities are met.
• Assisting in all facets of project close-out, including commissioning, operation and maintenance manuals, spare part inventory deficiencies, etc.

Qualifications

• A strong desire to work in a construction environment and prior field construction experience will be considered an asset.
• Application of various computer software programs will be required, including word processing, spreadsheet applications and drafting

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.

PCL combines numerous pay and benefit strategies to provide a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package. Any salary range displayed by a job board is an estimate. Your salary, which considers your unique qualifications and experience, is just one component of the robust total rewards you'll enjoy at PCL. This may include an employee share purchase offering, discretionary annual performance bonus, comprehensive benefits and wellness programs, retirement plan plus matching, and career development programs.

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!

Employee Status:Internship Full-Time

Company:PCL Constructors Canada Inc.

Primary Location:Toronto, Ontario

Job:Building Systems Student

Requisition:8612