Engineering Student

PCL; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

PCL in Edmonton, Alberta, seeks Engineering Students for the Canadian Industrial Division to join the Construction Engineering team. You will work on 4, 8, or 12 month assignments starting January 2027, contributing to process documentation, evaluating improvements, and training users on new procedures.

This student role emphasizes hands-on experience in a real construction environment, with exposure to AutoCAD/Bluebeam and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree or diploma in engineering with a mechanical or civil major.
• Candidates must have 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 Microsoft Suite. Knowledge of AutoCAD and Bluebeam is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain process documentation for several department functions.
• Identify opportunities for improvement of existing business applications and processes.
• Work with the procedure team to ensure the final product meets the business requirements.
• Coordinate and communicate with department representatives to resolve procedural and documentation issues.
• Train users in the efficient use of PCL’s procedures.

Skills

Engineering basics

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

MS Office

Field construction

Education

Engineering degree/diploma (mechanical or civil)

Tools

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

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 Civil and Mechanical Students for our Canadian Industrial Division to work as an Engineering Student for our Construction Engineering team at our head office in Edmonton, Alberta. We are looking for students that are available for 4, 8, or 12 months starting in January 2027.

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

• Create and maintain process documentation for several department functions
• Identify opportunities for improvement of existing business applications and processes
• Work with the procedure team to ensure the final product meets the business requirements
• Coordinate and communicate with department representatives to resolve procedural and documentation issues
• Train users in the efficient use of PCL’s procedures

Qualifications

What you will bring to the role:

• Pursuing a degree or diploma in engineering with a mechanical or civil major.
• Candidates must have 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 Microsoft Suite. Knowledge of AutoCAD and Bluebeam is an asset.
• Self-motivated.
• Multi-discipline mindset.

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.

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