Engineering Student

PCL Construction; Antigonish; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking an Engineering Student for a full-time internship in Antigonish, NS, starting January 2026. This role involves trade quote reviews, deficiency walks, and other responsibilities aimed at supporting project execution. Ideal candidates are pursuing civil engineering or related fields and have a passion for construction.

Qualifications

• Working towards a civil engineering degree or diploma.
• Experience with various computer software programs.
• Prior field construction experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Conduct trade quote reviews.
• Input/update deficiency logs.
• Issue warranties.
• Supervise sub-trade work.

Skills

Passion for construction environment

Experience with computer software

Self-motivated

Hands-on approach

Education

Degree or diploma in civil engineering 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 an Engineering Student for our Atlantic Canada District, within our Canadian Buildings Division, that is available for 4 months starting January 2026 to work in Antigonish, NS.

As an Engineering Student and depending on your assigned project, you will have the opportunity to contribute to our team by:

Responsibilities

• Conducting trade quote reviews – verifying material quantities, hours, and rates.
• Conducting deficiency walks.
• Inputting/Updating deficiency logs.
• Issuing warranties.
• Taking/Coordinating progress photos.
• Updating, coordinating, and producing drawings.
• Performing quantity takeoffs.
• Coordinating and supervising sub-trade work.
• Verifying site conditions and coordinating with drawings.
• Setting-up/Maintaining record keeping.
• Updating project schedules.
• Obtaining scheduling information from sub-trades.

Qualifications

• Working towards a degree or diploma in civil engineering or a related field preferred.
• 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-motivated with a hands-on approach.
• Prior field construction experience 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 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!

Employee Status: Internship Full-Time

Company: PCL Constructors Canada Inc.

Primary Location: Antigonish, Nova Scotia

Job: Engineering Student

Requisition: 9686