Co-Op Project Associate, Building Science & Restoration

Keller Engineering; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 26,139 - 37,229; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two weeks unpaid vacation

Fridays half days work from home

Job summary

Keller Engineering is looking for a Project Associate in Ottawa for the Building Science and Restoration team. This entry-level position involves supporting engineering projects through data collection, documentation, and project coordination.

The candidate will assist in site visits, drafting project documents, and collaborating with engineers. The role combines both site and office work, offering a balanced experience for early-career professionals.

Benefits include two weeks of unpaid vacation and work-from-home Fridays.

Qualifications

• Entry-level role ideal for individuals starting their career in engineering.
• Looking for candidates with strong data collection and analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform site visits to collect measurements and data.
• Draft preliminary project documents and ensure organization.
• Assist in scheduling meetings and tracking project progress.
• Participate in training and job shadowing opportunities.

Job description

Project Associate, Building Science & Restoration

May 23, 2026

Position Title: Project Associate, Building Science & Restoration

Job Location City: Ottawa

Job Location Province: ON

Working Arrangement: Work only at the employer site except Friday are half days and work from home

If working from home, please describe the working arrangements and technology etc. provided:

Duration of Job: 12 month (sept 2026 start)

Salary Range (Hourly): 23

Hours per Week (35–40 hrs/wk): 37.5

Work Term Start Date: 08/31/2026

Work Term End Date: 08/27/2027

Job Description:

Position Overview – Project Associate for Building Science and Restoration Team

The Project Associate provides essential support for engineering projects, focusing on data collection, documentation, and coordination. This entry-level role is ideal for individuals starting their career in engineering and seeking to develop technical and project management skills.

As part of this position you will be in the building science and restoration department. Work project types range from smaller jobs like condition assessments and leak investigations to larger projects such as the full design, tender, and construction management of large scale building restoration projects.

Key Responsibilities

Data Collection and Analysis

• Perform site visits to collect measurements, photographs, and field data.
• Assist in compiling and analyzing data for use in engineering designs and reports.

Documentation

• Draft preliminary project documents, including reports, drawings, and specifications.
• Ensure all documents are organized and accessible in accordance with company standards.

Project Coordination

• Assist Project Engineers and Leads in scheduling meetings and tracking progress.
• Communicate with vendors, contractors, and team members to relay updates.

Learning and Development

• Participate in training sessions and on-the-job learning opportunities.
• Shadow senior team members to gain exposure to various aspects of engineering projects.

Benefits

• We allow 2 weeks of vacation during the 12 – month term, but it is unpaid.
• Every week we do Friday half days that are work from home.
• Role is a combo of both site and office work.