Engineering Student

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

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia is seeking Engineering Students for a 4-month internship starting January 2026. The role involves responsibilities such as conducting trade reviews, managing project schedules, and coordinating worksites. Ideal candidates should be pursuing a degree in civil engineering or a related field and have a passion for construction.

Qualifications

• Degree in civil engineering or related field preferred.
• Experience in construction and proficiency with software applications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct trade quote reviews and deficiency walks.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and update project schedules.
• Coordinate sub-trade work and site conditions.

Skills

Working towards a degree or diploma in civil engineering or a related field

Passion for working in a construction environment

Experience with various computer software programs

Self-motivated with a hands-on approach

Prior field construction experience

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. We're always looking ahead, 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 Engineering Students for our Atlantic Canada District, within our Canadian Buildings Division, that are available for 4 months starting January 2026 to work in Cape Breton, 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: Cape Breton, Nova Scotia

Job: Engineering Student

Requisition: 9683