Engineering Student

PCL Construction; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking Engineering Students for a 4-month internship in Ottawa. This role offers hands-on experience in a supportive environment, where you'll conduct site inspections, coordinate quality assurance, and engage in project meetings. You'll gain valuable insights into the construction industry while contributing to meaningful projects that shape communities. If you're passionate about civil engineering and eager to learn, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values diversity and is committed to building a better future together.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Conducts deficiency walks and coordinates sub-trade work.
• Tracks site progress and verifies site conditions.
• Participates in project meetings and produces as-built drawings.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Computer Software Applications

Self-Motivation

Field Construction Experience

Education

Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering

Tools

Word Processing Software

Spreadsheet Applications

Drafting Software

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 Engineering Studentsfor ourOttawa District, within ourCanadian Buildings Division, that are available for4 monthsfromSeptember 2025 – December 2025.

Here's how an Engineering Student for our Ottawa 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 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 an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and will make all 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: Ottawa, Ontario

Job: Engineering Student

Requisition :8545