About the role#
Bird Construction offers internship and co-op positions designed to give you ownership over a specific area of responsibility. You will work on an active construction project while receiving guidance from a supervisor and technical mentor. We are looking for students to join us for a 4 or 8 month term starting in January 2027.
What you'll do#
Your work will span project coordination, field operations, and scheduling. You will:
- Coordinate drawings and manage specific scopes or trades.
- Review trade quotes and verify material quantities, hours, and rates.
- Participate in project meetings and conduct deficiency walks.
- Update field drawings, produce as-built drawings, and issue warranties.
- Perform quantity takeoffs and verify site conditions.
- Supervise sub-trade work and coordinate site activities.
- Layout site lines and grades using a total station.
- Maintain project schedules, create manual and graphical schedules, and monitor manpower productivity.
- Take and organize progress photos and maintain project records.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Civil, Mechanical, Structural, or Industrial Engineering program.
- Completion of at least one semester of education following your internship.
- A GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
- A sense of urgency and a commitment to achieving project goals.
- Ability to work collaboratively and build positive professional relationships.
- A valid work permit or Canadian residency.
- A current transcript must be included with your application.
Location & details#
- Locations: Edmonton and Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta; Saskatoon, Saskatchewan; Victoria and Vancouver, British Columbia.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time, paid position.
- Note: If selected for specific client projects, you may need to complete a pre-employment medical exam or drug and alcohol testing.
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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