About the role#
This is a full-time, paid co-op position for the Winter 2027 term, starting in January. You will manage your own areas of responsibility while receiving support from a supervisor and a technical mentor. The role is based on-site in Mississauga, Ontario.
What you'll do#
- Perform project duties related to Digital Construction deployment and design coordination.
- Act as a Model Administrator for assigned projects.
- Maintain and facilitate models covering structure, interior and exterior elements, and MEP systems.
- Collaborate with the site team on logistics plans and schedule visualization.
- Train project staff and subcontractors on software and workflows.
- Coordinate 3D laser scans, point cloud models, and consultant BIM models.
- Assist in the model development process to illustrate solutions to contractor questions.
- Prepare 4D simulations and export project videos.
- Distribute models for change management and compile VDC close-out documentation.
- Assist or lead model coordination meetings and record sign-offs.
- Help administer the BIM Execution Plan and maintain documents for the field.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an Engineering, Construction Management, BIM Management, or Architecture program.
- Completion of at least one more semester of education following this internship.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Experience with Revit and Navisworks.
- Familiarity with Autodesk Construction Cloud, Revizto, and Fuzor is an asset.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively and maintain positive relationships.
- A sense of urgency and a commitment to achieving project goals.
- Legal authorization to work in Canada.
Location & details#
- Location: Mississauga, Ontario.
- Term: Winter 2027 (4 months).
- Modality: On-site.
- Requirements: You must provide a current transcript with your application. You may be required to complete pre-employment medical or drug and alcohol testing if the specific client project requires it.
About Bird Construction
Bird Construction is a Canadian company that provides construction and maintenance services. It operates across industrial, infrastructure, and building markets. The firm handles projects ranging from new construction and retrofits to industrial maintenance and mine support. It employs over 3,600 people and maintains offices in major geographic markets across Canada.
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