Student Project Coordinator (Calgary)

Bird Construction; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Bird Construction is seeking a Student Project Coordinator for a co-op role in Calgary starting September 2025. The successful candidate will engage in various responsibilities related to project coordination and scheduling, while gaining practical experience in the construction industry. This internship is ideal for engineering students who are eager to learn and contribute in a fast-paced environment, embracing core values of safety, honesty, and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Residency or valid work permit required to work with Bird.
• May require successful completion of pre-employment medical and drug tests.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate drawings and work specific scope/trades.
• Review trade quotes and verify material quantities.
• Update project schedules and monitor productivity.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Education

Enrolled in Civil, Mechanical, Structural, or Industrial Engineering

Job description

Student Project Coordinator (Calgary)

Where Greatness Grows

At Bird, we believe that the greatest achievements stem from human potential, vision, and passion. As a leader in Canadian construction for over 100 years, our impact is woven into the fabric of everyday life, powering communities and shaping skylines across the country.

We are a diverse team of over 5,000 professionals, committed to supporting your growth and success. Join us to build a rewarding career based on respect, collaboration, and a solution-focused mindset.

What You’ll Be Working On

Our internships and Co-ops are designed to give you real, business-relevant projects where you can manage responsibilities independently with support from a Supervisor and Technical Mentor. Projects are aligned with your term length and focus on current construction projects.

We are seeking a student for a 4-12 month co-op starting September 2025 in Calgary.

Responsibilities:

• 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 and graphical schedules.
• Obtain scheduling info from sub-trades.
• Monitor manpower productivity.

This role may evolve based on assignment needs, and duties and qualifications may be modified or added as necessary.

Who We Need On Our Team

• Currently enrolled in Civil, Mechanical, Structural, or Industrial Engineering, with at least one more semester of study and a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Ability to adapt to change and build positive relationships.
• Exemplify the qualities of an ideal team player: Hungry, Humble, Smart.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Sense of urgency and goal-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a positive attitude.
• Residency or valid work permit to work for Bird or its subsidiaries.
• May require successful completion of pre-employment medical and drug tests, and a driver’s license.
• All applications must include a current transcript.

Our Core Values

• Safety First: We prioritize a healthy and safe work environment.
• Honesty: We act with integrity and transparency.
• Collaboration: Success is a team effort, fostering an inclusive workplace.
• Excellence: We are passionate about quality and great work.
• Opportunity: We adapt and grow to face future challenges, elevating each other along the way.

Bird is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, striving to create an environment where everyone can thrive and contribute their unique talents. We believe diverse teams perform better and are more innovative, and we are dedicated to reflecting the communities we serve.