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Engineering Student

  • St. John's, NL, Canada
  • St Johns, NL, Canada

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The future you want is within reach.

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 Engineering Students, for our Toronto District operations based in St. Johns Newfoundland, within our Canadian Buildings Division that are available for 4 or 8 months starting January 2027.

As an Engineering Student and depending on your assigned project, you will have the opportunity to contribute to our team by:

Responsibilities

  • Coordinating drawings, work specific scope / trades, trade quote reviews – verify material quantities, verify hours, verify rates, deficiency walks etc
  • Participating in project meetings, 
  • Inputting / Updating deficiency logs and issuing warranties
  • Taking / Coordinating progress photos, and updating field drawings
  • Producing as-built drawings
  • Performing quantity takeoffs, coordinating and supervising sub-trade work and 
  • Verifying site conditions and coordinating with drawings
  • Setting-up / Maintaining record keeping
  • Layout site lines and grades using total station
  • Creating manual schedules, updating schedules using Primavera P6 EPPM software, maintaining graphical scheduling using AutoCAD.
  • Obtaining scheduling information from sub-trades and updating project schedules
  • Monitoring workforce productivity

Qualifications

  • Candidates must have a strong desire to work in a construction environment and prior field construction experience will be considered an asset.
  • Application of various computer software programs will be required, including word processing, spreadsheet applications and drafting.

Next Step:

  • Please note that candidates who have been selected to move forward to the next stage of the recruitment process will receive an email to complete a short online video interview.

The estimated hourly range for this role is $21.37- $31.33, based on your experience and qualifications. Final compensation will be confirmed as part of a personalized offer.

Your Work Has Purpose Here

PCL projects are where life happens, where communities connect, careers begin, and progress is made. Regardless of the type of project, we are building something bigger: a future that's inclusive, resilient and full of opportunity.

At PCL Constructors Canada Inc., we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs. We value the diverse experiences, identities and perspectives our employees bring. Employment decisions are based on merit, potential and the drive to make a difference, regardless of race, gender, age, ability or background.

We know everyone's needs are different, if you require accommodation during the application process, please contact careers@pcl.com and include the position and location of interest.

This recruitment process does not involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made by qualified reviewers.

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Responsibilities

The Engineering Student will assist with project coordination, including managing drawings, trade quotes, and deficiency logs. They will also perform technical tasks such as quantity takeoffs, site layout, and schedule updates using industry software.

Requirements

Candidates must have a strong desire to work in a construction environment and possess proficiency in computer software including word processing, spreadsheets, and drafting. Prior field construction experience is considered an asset for this role.

Skills

  • Drawing coordination
  • Quantity takeoffs
  • Primavera P6
  • AutoCAD
  • Field construction
  • Scheduling
  • Site supervision
  • Record keeping
  • Total station
  • Deficiency logs
  • Material quantification
  • Workforce productivity monitoring

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Categories

  • Construction
  • Engineering

Keywords

  • Engineering
  • Construction
  • Primavera P6
  • AutoCAD
  • Total Station
  • Quantity Takeoffs
  • As-built drawings
  • Project scheduling
  • Sub-trade coordination
  • Field engineering
  • Deficiency logs
  • Site layout
  • Material quantification
  • Workforce productivity
  • Drafting
  • Spreadsheet applications
  • Word processing

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