Engineering Student - Hands-on Construction Projects

PCL Construction; Nisku; On-site; CAD 24,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

PCL Construction is seeking Engineering Students for our Canadian Industrial Division to contribute to fabrication facility projects in Nisku, AB. This 8-month term starts January 2027 and is supervised by a Project Manager.

As an Engineering Student, you will assist with planning, drawings review, and coordination across trades, while gaining practical field and project experience in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree or diploma in engineering with a mechanical, civil, chemical, electrical or materials 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 word processing, spreadsheet applications and drafting.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with project planning, scheduling, progress monitoring, and cost control
• Reviewing drawings
• Coordinating work specific scope / trades
• Verifying material quantities, hours, and rates
• Participating in project meetings
• Submit requests for information
• Inputting / Updating deficiency logs
• Producing as-built drawings
• Performing quantity takeoffs
• Conduct safety inspections
• Communicating changes with craft personnel
• Setting up / Maintaining record keeping
• Adhoc duties as required

Skills

Self-motivated

Fast-paced

Construction interest

Team player

Education

Engineering degree/diploma

Job description

PCL Construction is seeking Engineering Students for our Canadian Industrial Division to contribute to fabrication facility projects in Nisku, AB. This 8-month term starts January 2027 and is supervised by a Project Manager.

As an Engineering Student, you will assist with planning, drawings review, and coordination across trades, while gaining practical field and project experience in a supportive environment.