Student Co-op: Junior Project Coordinator - May 2027
- Peterborough, ON, Canada
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- YOU MUST BE A CURRENT STUDENT, RETURNING TO SCHOOL AFTER THIS INTERNSHIP TO QUALIFY*
Work Term: Start in May, 2027, for 1 to 4 terms (4 to 16 months)
Please note: International students must be able to complete an internship of a minimum of 6 months.
Interview period: Selected applicants will be contacted before the end of June.
Location: Project located within Ontario (rental accommodation covered by company.) Head office located in Peterborough.
Required Education And Experience:
- Current enrollment in Civil Engineering / Construction Engineering program at an accredited post-secondary institution, and returning to full-time studies after the work term.
- Personal vehicle required.
- A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
Construction Demathieu & Bard (CDB) Inc. is the Canadian subsidiary of Demathieu Bard, a company based in France with over 160 years of experience in the construction industry, and has been operating in Canada since 1997.
CDB specializes in major infrastructure construction and rehabilitation and is known for its innovative, complex construction methodologies and adaptability when undertaking challenging projects. As the general contractor, construction manager, and/or project manager, CDB continues to successfully deliver complex and challenging projects, particularly heavy infrastructure projects such as bridges, canals, dams, tunnels, and buildings.
Our technical ability and well-recognized ‘can-do’ attitude sets us apart. Our strength as an organization lies in the skills and drive of our employees and it is a point of pride for us to encourage and develop our talent. CDB has currently over 150 engineers and technicians in Canada, with a wide range of multi-disciplinary skills and a right balance of experienced and young professionals. As an organization we are committed to optimizing our skilled resources, emphasizing professional development, and encouraging knowledge sharing across the company.
Job Summary:
As a Jr. Project Coordinator, you will work closely with the project manager and project superintendent to support project progress according to set schedule, budget and quality standards. Work is performed on site, in the project yard and in site trailers.
Benefits:
- Opportunity to gain valuable and meaningful work experience
- Chance to identify the area for your future professional development / interests
- Opportunity to work site by site with talented construction professionals on challenging projects such as the construction or repair of tunnels, dams and bridges to name a few
- Opportunity for permanent full time employment after graduation
- Tracking project progress against budget, technical specifications and schedule
- Track and update inventory lists
- Material, tools and supplies ordering; follow up on orders and coordinate deliveries
- Assist with preparations of various reports and calculations
- Read and interpret drawings / contracts
- Assist with purchasing site supplies / purchase orders
- Support on-site measuring
- Assist through quality inspections and testings
- Participate in project meetings
- Follow up with clients and subcontractors and assist with supporting documentation maintenance
- Support Project manager and Superintendent as required
Required Education And Experience:
- Current enrollment in Civil Engineering / Construction Engineering program at an accredited post-secondary institution, and returning to full-time studies after the work term
- Attach your transcripts with your application
- A valid driver’s licence and a clean driving record
- Ability to follow instructions
- Team player
- Advanced communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Project Manager, Excel, Power Point) and Auto CAD
- Ability to understand and read drawings
- Initiative and accountability
- Open to continuous learning
- Willingness to travel and/or relocate
- Completed Safety / WHIMIS / Working at Heights trainings
This job advertisement relates to a current vacancy.
CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK
All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal record check. Applicants must consent to this check as part of the hiring process.
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION:
We respect and value our differences. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Construction Demathieu Bard (CDB) Inc. is committed to making the Recruitment & Selection process accessible. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know when we contact you and we will work with you to meet your needs.
NOTICE REGARDING RETENTION OF APPLICATIONS:
All CVs received and not selected for a specific position will be kept in our database for a period of 3 years from the date of receipt. After this 3-year period, your information will be automatically deleted from our system. We take great care to ensure the security and confidentiality of your data throughout its storage. If you wish to update your information or withdraw your application before the expiry of this period, please do not hesitate to contact us at cv@cdbtechno.com
NOTICE REGARDING THE USE OF A.I.
As per Part III.1 of the ESA, 2000, section 8.4(1), CDB uses Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen, assess or select applicants.
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Responsibilities
Support the project manager and superintendent in keeping project work on schedule, within budget, and aligned with technical and quality requirements. Track progress and inventory, coordinate orders and deliveries, assist with reports, measurements, inspections, meetings, and documentation, and follow up with clients and subcontractors.
Requirements
Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering or Construction Engineering program and return to full-time studies after the work term; transcripts must be submitted with the application. A personal vehicle, valid driver’s licence, clean driving record, strong communication and teamwork skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD, and willingness to travel or relocate are required or requested.
Skills
- Project Coordination
- Budget Tracking
- Schedule Tracking
- Inventory Management
- Material Ordering
- Report Preparation
- Drawing Interpretation
- Contract Interpretation
- Purchasing
- Site Measurement
- Quality Inspections
- Project Meetings
- Client and Subcontractor Coordination
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Project
- AutoCAD
Benefits
- Valuable Work Experience
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Potential Full-Time Employment After Graduation
- Rental Accommodation Covered
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Construction
- Engineering
- Management & Leadership
- Logistics
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Civil Engineering
- Construction Engineering
- Project Coordination
- Project Management
- Project Superintendent
- Infrastructure Construction
- Heavy Infrastructure
- Bridges
- Canals
- Dams
- Tunnels
- Construction Scheduling
- Budget Tracking
- Technical Specifications
- Inventory Management
- Material Ordering
- Purchase Orders
- Construction Drawings
- Contracts
- Quality Inspections
- Site Measurements
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Project
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- AutoCAD
- WHMIS
- Working At Heights
- Driver’s Licence
- Criminal Record Check