Engineering Co-op Student (May, 2022)

Job title: Engineering Co-op Student (May, 2022)

Job description: At Aecon, we’re building the future and our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re always looking for exceptional talent to work on our exciting and ever-expanding project portfolios. We are focused on being the #1 Canadian Infrastructure Company and the first choice employer in our industry.

Position Overview

Safe. Trusted. Respected. Aecon Civil is a market leader with a self-perform competitive advantage and core local strength in key markets. We’re proud of our work helping to expand and improve Canada’s infrastructure and transportation networks, and we’re ready to build the future of our country. With over a century of experience, and the ability to offer diverse, comprehensive services, Aecon is a preferred contractor for our clients. This includes numerous public entities and Public-Private Partnerships in Canada and abroad.

Reporting to the Project Manager, the Engineering Co-op Student will have the opportunity to take an active involvement in various civil projects through the City of Calgary. This is a site based position and will include day-to-day management of project construction, resource allocation, scheduling and cost control. This co-op term will be 4 or 8 months and will begin in May, 2022.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager or Project Coordinator in the application of principles, methods and techniques of construction and engineering technology.
• Assist the Field Staff and Superintendents with day-to-day tasks.
• Perform quantity tracking and productivity analysis for maximization of operation efficiency.
• Perform quantity take-off from construction drawings as required.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and ability to review the quality of completed work.
• Assist with preparing and updating project schedule.
• Monitor progress and assist in the provision of job cost reports to management on active projects.
• Provide data and input for month-end reconciliation.
• Maintain files and correspondence on active and completed projects.
• Provide technical support to field staff, craft and subcontractors.
• Assist in the preparation, review, maintenance and approval of Engineering drawings and related documents.
• Gather field information and assist in the preparation of project bill of materials.
• Assist in the preparation of detailed construction and design estimates.
• Liaise with clients, contractors and internal departments.
• Other administrative duties as required.

Required Knowledge and Experience

• Currently enrolled in a university or technical college diploma in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• Beginner knowledge of construction equipment and techniques, drawing and specifications, building materials and required standards applicable to the project.
• Experience in a construction and/or engineering environment is an asset.
• Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments.
• A valid driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel and Word).
• Strong communication skills – oral and written.
• Strong time management and task prioritization skills.
• Strong work ethic – highly motivated and willing to do what it takes to get the job done right.
• Adaptable to flexible work schedules (day and night shifts) when required to meet deadlines.

Aecon has every intention of fostering diversity within and across our organization. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

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Company: AECON

Expected salary:

Location: Calgary, AB

Job date: Sat, 15 Jan 2022 23:06:13 GMT

Job Source: Careerjet.ca

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