Electrical Utilities Co-op Engineer — Calgary (4–8 mo)

Valard Construction; Calgary; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation pay

Employee benefits

Paid internship

Job summary

Valard Construction is seeking Engineering Students to join our Student (Co-op / Internship) program, starting in January 2027. These opportunities offer hands-on exposure to one of the most critical sectors of the construction industry.

Engineering students work closely with Project Managers, Construction Managers, and cross-functional stakeholders to support the planning, coordination, and execution of safe, efficient, and high-quality electrical utility projects.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary engineering program with at least one semester remaining.
• Legally eligible to work in Canada for the full duration of the term.
• Available for a 4- or 8-month term starting in January 2027.
• Understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and related documentation.
• Ability to interpret project schedules and timelines.
• Familiarity with project management processes and best practices.
• Proficiency with standard computer programs including spreadsheets, word processing, and presentation tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist with material and construction specifications for projects
• Work with design packages, material take-offs, and procurement requisitions
• Track material deliveries, inventory, and documentation
• Coordinate purchase orders, packing slips, and expense submissions
• Support project schedules, progress reports, and quality records
• Assist with project change orders, including cost and schedule updates
• Technical support to field teams during construction
• Liaise between project operations and the corporate office
• Liaise between field staff, design engineers, clients, and other stakeholders
• Review and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project documents to support execution
• Maintain project processes, procedures, and data systems, including inventory management
• Support multiple departments with scheduling, cost tracking, procurement, documentation, and filing
• Prepare reports, collect documentation, and maintain project records
• Assist with quantity take-offs and pricing, and review outsourced estimates
• Review and incorporate historical data from estimates into cost models
• Prepare written deliverables for bid submission and attend planning sessions

Skills

Construction industry exposure

Project coordination

Estimating support

Education

Post-Secondary Engineering program (enrolled)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Valard Construction is seeking Engineering Students to join our Student (Co-op / Internship) program, starting in January 2027. These opportunities offer hands-on exposure to one of the most critical sectors of the construction industry.

Engineering students work closely with Project Managers, Construction Managers, and cross-functional stakeholders to support the planning, coordination, and execution of safe, efficient, and high-quality electrical utility projects.