Sustainability Student

PCL Constructors Inc.; Oakville; On-site; CAD 20,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

PCL Constructors Inc. in Oakville, Ontario, is seeking a Sustainability Student for a 4‑month program starting January 2027. You will support sustainability projects, prepare reports, and help analyze GHG data across buildings and projects.

The role emphasizes data collection, dashboard creation with Power BI, and collaboration with the team to advance net-zero initiatives. This is a hands‑on learning opportunity within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing post-secondary education in sustainability, data analysis, or related fields.
• Experience with Excel and data analysis is preferred.
• Familiarity with ESG frameworks and climate data is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Learn and assist with sustainability projects and initiatives.
• Help prepare reports, presentations, and visual summaries of sustainability performance.
• Collect, organize, and analyze sustainability metrics like energy use, recycling, and GHG emissions data.

Skills

GHG management familiarity

Data analysis

Power BI

Excel

Communication skills

Visualization skills

Data management

Education

Pursuing degree in Sustainability/Data Analytics

Tools

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Career Opportunities: Sustainability Student (14046)

At PCL, we build the places where life happens and find camaraderie in the process. We’re a community of builders committed to building better communities. That’s why we’re always looking ahead, and not just to the next project or what’s next in our industry.

We’re also looking at what’s next for you and how we can help you build a career you’re proud of. As a student at PCL, you will get the opportunity for challenging work assignments in a supportive work environment which promotes personal and professional growth.

We are seeking a Sustainability Student, located in Oakville, Ontario that is available for 4 months, starting January 2027. As a SustainabilityStudent,you will contribute to our team by:

Responsibilities

• Learn and assist with sustainability projects and initiatives.
• Help prepare reports, presentations, and visual summaries to share sustainability performance.
• Assists in collecting, organizing, and analyzing sustainability metrics like energy use, recycling, and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions data for corporate and project activities.
• Collect, clean, and validate sustainability and GHG data, maintain datasets, analyze, and create dashboards and reports to communicate insights.
• Supports the development of tools and processes to streamline data collection and reporting, including a corporate GHG emissions database.
• Assist in analyzing emissions, energy, fuel, and sustainability performance trends, including year‑over‑year comparisons, intensity metrics, and variance analysis across buildings, projects, or districts
• Builds on existing research of pathways to net-zero, including: low-carbon procurement, stakeholder engagement, Climate-Related Risk Reporting (TCFD), carbon offset, new products/technology. Presents research and findings.
• Supports the development of corporate policies and procedures around emissions reduction.
• Research, tracks and updates registrar on sustainability regulatory requirements.
• Assists with Sustainability Report content, and preparation for communication events.
• Research and reports on Sustainability trends and industry best practices (GRI, ISSB, CDP, SBTi).
• Research peer ESG disclosures to provide insights and recommendations on ESG performance metrics.
• Other related responsibilities as required.

What you will bring to the role:

• Familiarity with GHG management, ESG frameworks (UN SDGs, GRI, ISSB), and climate risk modelling is preferred.
• Demonstrated interest or coursework in data analysis, data management, sustainability analytics, environmental data, or related quantitative fields.
• Experience or strong aptitude in searching for, organizing, and conditioning datasets, including working with large or multi‑source spreadsheets.
• Qualitative and quantitative analytical skills.
• Strong communication and visualization skills.
• Application of various computer software programs will be required, including word processing, and spreadsheet applications.
• Methodical problem solving and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with data visualization and analytics tools such as Power BI (or similar platforms), including building charts, tables, and dashboard elements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including formulas, data cleaning techniques, pivot tables, and basic data validation practices.

We are consistently ranked among the best companies to work for because we are committed to supporting and developing our teams.

The PCL Companies celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating equitable opportunities and aninclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, nationalorigin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.

Should you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at [e-mail] with the position and location you areinterested in.

Together, we can build success and a better future. Let’s get started!

Company:PCL Constructors Inc.

Primary Location:Oakville, Ontario, Edmonton, Alberta (Corporate)