Engineering Student

PCL Construction; Nova Scotia; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Engineering Student in Halifax, where you'll gain hands-on experience in the construction industry. You'll be involved in essential tasks like coordinating sub-trade work, conducting quality assurance reviews, and tracking site progress. This internship offers a unique opportunity to learn and grow in a supportive environment, contributing to meaningful projects that shape communities. If you're passionate about civil engineering and eager to make an impact, this role is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to build a career you're proud of with a team that values diversity and innovation.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree or diploma in civil engineering.
• Experience in construction is a plus.
• Proficient in software applications for drafting and spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Conduct deficiency walks and supervise sub-trade work.
• Coordinate quality assurance reviews and track site progress.
• Participate in project meetings and perform quantity take-offs.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Construction Management

Computer Software Applications

Self-Motivation

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

Drafting Software

Spreadsheet Applications

Word Processing Software

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 an Engineering Student for our Atlantic Canada District in Halifax, NS, within our Canadian Buildings Division that is available for 4 months from September 2023 to December 2023.

Here's how an Engineering Student for our Atlantic Canada office contributes to our team:

Responsibilities

• Conducts deficiency walks.
• Coordinates and supervises sub-trade work.
• Coordinates quality assurance reviews.
• Takes and coordinates progress photos.
• Tracks site progress and deficiencies.
• Verifies site conditions and coordinates with drawings.
• Coordinates, marks up and updates drawings.
• Coordinates work specific scope and trades.
• Conducts trade quote reviews by verifying material quantities, hours, and rates.
• Inputs and updates deficiency logs.
• Participates in project meetings.
• Performs quantity take-offs.
• Produces as-built drawings.
• Sets-up and maintains record keeping.

Qualifications

• Working towards a degree or diploma in a civil engineering related field.
• 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-motivation 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: Halifax, Nova Scotia
Job: Engineering Student
Requisition: 3673

About the company

The PCL family of companies is a group of independent general contracting construction companies in Canada, the United States, Australia and the Caribbean.