Field Coordinator Co-op

FlatironDragados; Campbell River; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k)/RRSP matching

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Wellness benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

FlatironDragados Canada is offering an Intern Program for students in Civil Engineering and Construction Management. This role provides real-world experience on North America's most exciting projects, based in Campbell River, BC.

You will assist project managers, engineers, and site staff, participate in safety talks, support QA/QC testing, and help with scheduling and progress tracking. We look for enrolled students, flexible location, basic construction knowledge, and proficiency with MS

Qualifications

• Enrolled in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or similar program.
• Expected graduation 2027, 2028 or 2029.
• Able to travel to temporary assignment locations as needed.
• Experience in construction/engineering environments is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of construction drawings, specs and materials.

Responsibilities

• Assist project manager, project engineer and site staff with construction and engineering tasks.
• Evaluate field conditions and assist with acceptance testing.
• Support QA/QC materials testing (concrete, soil, etc.).
• Apply survey knowledge for project layout and checking work.
• Review project drawings and assist with scheduling updates.
• Track quantities and analyze productivity for efficiency.
• Assist with preparing and updating project schedule.
• Support Field Engineers and Superintendents in daily tasks.
• Participate in daily safety toolbox talks and follow Flatiron’s safety policy.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

AutoCAD

HCSS Heavy Bid

Communication

Time management

Construction knowledge

Education

Civil Engineering or Construction Management student

Tools

AutoCAD

HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating

Job description

Work and train with the industry's finest professionals! FlatironDragados's Intern Program provides rewarding work opportunities for students majoring in Civil Engineering and Construction Management. As an Intern with FlatironDragados Canada, you will be given the opportunity to apply your academic training and skills in a real-world setting on some of the most exciting and technically challenging construction projects in North America. This position is located in Campbell River, BC.

What You Will Be Doing

• Assist the project manager, project engineer and the site construction staff in the application of principles, methods and techniques of construction and engineering technology.
• Assist with evaluation of field conditions and acceptance testing.
• Support quality assurance and quality control materials testing (concrete testing, soil testing etc).
• Apply survey knowledge to assist with project layout and checking of work to confirm work is in conformance with plans and specifications.
• Review project drawings.
• Perform quantity tracking and productivity analysis for maximization of operation efficiency.
• Assist with preparing and updating project schedule.
• Assist Field Engineers and Superintendents with day-to-day tasks.
• Participate in daily safety tool-box-talks and abide by and champion Flatiron’s company’s safety policy across the project.

You will be required to quickly learn the workings of the entire project, including plan interpretation, project specifications, project cost control knowledge and the overall construction schedule. In performing any number of these tasks, you will actively support published corporate policies and set a productive and consistent work example.

What We Are Looking For

• Must be currently enrolled in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a similar program at an accredited technical college or university with an expected graduation date of 2027, 2028 or 2029.
• Must be flexible in assignment location and able to accept work on temporary assignment in various locations.
• Experience in a construction and/or engineering environment is an asset;
• Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments;
• Beginner knowledge of construction equipment and techniques, drawing and specifications, building materials and required standards applicable to the project;
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel and Word);
• Beginner knowledge of AutoCAD and/or HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating Software is an asset;
• Strong work ethic – highly motivated and willing to do what it takes to get the job done right;
• Strong organizational and time management skills;
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.

Please note for field assignments, pre-access drug and alcohol test may be required.

Why work for us

• Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program
• Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP
• Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vision and/or Provincial Medical
• Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

We are an EEO/ADA/Veterans employer.

Salary Min

CAD $24.00/Hr.

Salary Max

CAD $28.00/Hr.