Virtual Construction Intern — Hands-on Growth

PCL Construction; Richmond (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Mentorship and College of Construction

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Career pathways to full-time roles

Networking events

Job summary

PCL Constructors Westcoast Inc. is seeking a Virtual Construction Student for the British Columbia region. The role offers hands-on experience with real projects and mentorship from senior staff, building essential BIM and coordination skills.

Based in Richmond, BC, the internship runs for 4–12 months starting January 2027. The program emphasizes growth, collaboration, and exposure to virtual construction tools within a supportive student environment.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in or pursuing a degree or diploma in architecture, architectural technology, construction management, civil engineering, or a related AEC discipline.
• Working knowledge of Autodesk Revit.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational, verbal, and written communication abilities.
• Eager to learn, innovative, and adaptable to new technology trends and processes.
• Able to manage multiple, competing tasks with attention to detail.
• Collaborative and team-oriented, capable of building positive relationships with project stakeholders.
• Proactive problem-solver with strong communication and time-management skills.
• Embrace a growth mindset, seeing this internship as a dynamic opportunity to contribute and learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist field team in developing key plan visuals for construction schedules and site logistics: site safety, access, trailers, temporary power, hoists, crane swing, and demolition.
• Generate tower crane and man/material hoist working drawings (plans, elevations, sections).
• Support model coordination and clash detection using Revizto or equivalent platforms.
• Process and analyze laser scan data, point cloud registration, working with survey team outputs.
• Build and update virtual construction models from plans, specs, and elevations under supervision.
• Aid in site logistics modeling and trade-partner model coordination.
• Assist with model updates, submissions, and document control as needed.
• Promote adoption of virtual construction tools across project teams.
• Attend and contribute to project or coordination meetings

Skills

Detail oriented

Strong organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in architecture, architectural technology, construction management, civil engineering, or related AEC discipline

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Job description

PCL Constructors Westcoast Inc. is seeking a Virtual Construction Student for the British Columbia region. The role offers hands-on experience with real projects and mentorship from senior staff, building essential BIM and coordination skills.

Based in Richmond, BC, the internship runs for 4–12 months starting January 2027. The program emphasizes growth, collaboration, and exposure to virtual construction tools within a supportive student environment.