Co-op, Assistant Project Coordinator

AECON; Montreal; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking an Assistant Project Coordinator (Co-op Student) for a civil infrastructure project in Contrecoeur, Quebec. The role involves data analysis, tracking costs and project progress, and liaising with various stakeholders. Ideal candidates are currently enrolled in Civil Engineering or Construction Management programs and possess strong bilingual communication skills. This is an onsite position with a focus on managing construction operations.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a university or technical college diploma in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• Experience in the construction industry is a strong asset.
• Excellent interpersonal, bilingual French / English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide management with data and project analysis.
• Track productivity, costs and progress on the project.
• Perform quantity take-off from construction drawings as required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual communication (French/English)

Organizational skills

Time management

Ability to prioritize

Adaptability

Education

Enrolled in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

What is the Opportunity?

Aecon is a market leader with a self-perform competitive advantage and core local strength in key markets. We’re proud of our work helping to expand and improve Canada’s infrastructure and transportation networks, and we’re ready to build the future of our country. Reporting to the construction manager the assistant Project Coordinator (Co-op Student) will have the opportunity to take an active role in a heavy civil infrastructure project in Quebec. This is an onsite position and will include day-to-day management of project construction, resource allocation, scheduling and cost control.

We are currently looking for a CO-OP student to assist our project construction team on our Contrecoeur project both in office and onsite in the town of Contrecoeur, 40 KM from Montreal.

What You’ll Do Here :

• Provide Management with data and project analysis.
• Track productivity, costs and progress on project.
• Perform quantity take-off from construction drawings as required.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to review the quality of completed work.
• Liaise with and inform any Aecon delegate on project schedule.
• Monitor progress and assist in the provision of job cost reports to management.
• Provide data and input for month-end reconciliation.
• Maintain files and correspondence.
• Provide technical support to field staff.
• Assist in the coordination, preparation and submission of as-built drawings and design drawings.
• Assist in the preparation, review, maintenance and approval of Engineering drawings and related documents.
• Gather field information and assist in the preparation of project bill of materials.
• Assist in the preparation of detailed construction and design estimates.
• Liaise with clients, contractors and internal departments.
• Other administrative duties as required.
• Must be self-motivated and work well with minimum supervision.

What You Bring to the Team :

• Currently enrolled in a university or technical college diploma in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• Experience in the construction industry is a strong asset.
• Excellent interpersonal, bilingual French / English communication (both oral and written) skills.
• Strong Interpersonal skills in communicating with a large team.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task / Service orientated.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Adaptable to flexible work schedule when required to meet deadlines.