Student Project Coordinator

Bird Construction; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Compensation: $23-$27 CAD per hour

Job summary

Canem Systems in Mississauga, ON seeks a student enrolled in a Mechanical, Electrical or Construction program for an eight‑month co‑op starting January 2027. Based out of Mississauga with travel to East Harbour Transit Hub, the role offers hands‑on project exposure, mentorship, and the chance to manage a dedicated area of responsibility.

You’ll perform Project Coordination, Field Coordination and Scheduling: coordinating drawings and scope, reviewing quotes, updating field drawings, taking

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Mechanical, Electrical or Construction program.
• Ability to lead and operate in a changing environment.
• Ability to build positive relationships and work with others.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Sense of urgency and commitment to goals.

Responsibilities

• Project Coordination: coordinate drawings and scope, review trade quotes, verify quantities, hours and rates, participate in meetings, update deficiency logs and as-built drawings.
• Field Coordination: perform quantity takeoffs, coordinate sub-trade work, supervise and maintain records, set up site lines.
• Scheduling: update schedules, obtain information from sub-trades, create and maintain graphical schedules.

Skills

leadership

relationships

team player

interpersonal skills

communication

organizational skills

sense of urgency

collaborative work

work permit/ residency

pre-employment checks

Job description

We Are Canem Systems Canem Systems is a leading full-service electrical and mechanical contractor, offering comprehensive services across Canada. Our expertise spans design assistance, pre-construction, planning, installation, and maintenance. We excel in delivering sophisticated solutions for complex projects and provide a wide range of specialized trade services, including electrical, mechanical, data, and communications. With eight offices across Canada and a dedicated workforce of over 700 professionals, Canem Systems operates in diverse public and private market sectors. Our extensive knowledge, capabilities, and experience enable us to support projects in commercial, healthcare, transportation, light industrial, and data centre sectors. Our internships and Co-ops are designed to provide you with a business relevant project that will allow you to independently manage your own area of responsibility, while receiving support from an assigned Supervisor and Technical Mentor. We’ll help you discover your strengths and development areas in a challenging, fun, and supportive work environment. Projects are scoped in alignment with your term length, and typically focus on a current construction project.

We are seeking a student to join us for an 8 month co‑op position starting in January 2027. This position will be based out of Mississauga, ON with travel to the East Harbour Transit Hub.

What You’ll Be Working On

Project Coordination: Coordinate drawings and work specific scope/trades. Review trade quotes, verify material quantities, hours, and rates. Participate in project meetings. Conduct deficiency walks and update deficiency logs. Issue warranties. Take and coordinate progress photos. Update field drawings and produce as-built drawings.

Field Coordination: Perform quantity takeoffs. Coordinate sub‑trade work. Verify site conditions and coordinate with drawings. Supervise sub‑trade work. Set up and maintain record keeping. Layout site lines and grades using total station.

Scheduling: Update project schedules. Create manual schedules and update schedules Obtain scheduling information from sub‑trades. Create and maintain graphical scheduling Monitor manpower productivity.

This job description outlines the general nature and level of work performed by the Student Project Coordinator. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required for the role, and it may vary depending on assignment. Bird may modify or add to the job duties and qualifications as needed.

Who We Need On Our Team

You are currently enrolled in a Mechanical, Electrical or Construction program.

• Ability to lead and operate within an environment where change happens frequently
• Ability to forge, grow and maintain positive relationships
• Exemplify the Ideal Team Player – Hungry, Humble, Smart
• Highly developed interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Sense of urgency and strong commitment to achieving goals
• Ability to work collaboratively with a positive attitude
• Residency, or a valid work permit which would allow you to work for Bird Construction or one of our wholly owned subsidiaries
• If you are selected for a role with client specific requirements, you may be required to successfully complete a pre‑employment Medical and/or Alcohol & Drug testing.

Compensation Range - $23-$27 per hour

The People Behind our Work At Canem

At Canem, we prioritize a high commitment to the employee experience, fostering a professional and engaged workforce. We are dedicated to building an inclusive and collaborative community, driven by a strong sense of belonging, well-being, and social responsibility. Our people are what matter most; without them, our business would not exist. Our teams are comprised of construction professionals who deliver on our commitments with integrity and professionalism for all clients across diverse market sectors throughout Canada.

Safety, To Us It’s Personal

We put safety first. Our holistic health and safety culture is rooted in our commitment to work in a spirit of collaboration with all employees, trade partners, clients, and suppliers to foster the healthy and safe work environment that every worker deserves. Our goal is to ensure that everyone goes home safe every day.

Canem has been energizing Canada for over 60 years’ with cutting edge systems, practices and collaborative project management. With locations in Victoria, Nanaimo, Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer, Winnipeg and Mississauga, we are looking to continue to grow our team.

See how you can begin your career with us!