About the role#
Bird Construction is seeking a Student Project Coordinator for an 8-12 month co-op position starting in September 2026. This role provides an opportunity to manage specific areas of responsibility on a current construction project while receiving guidance from a supervisor and technical mentor.
What you'll do#
- Coordinate drawings and manage work for specific scopes and trades.
- Review trade quotes and verify material quantities, hours, and rates.
- Participate in project meetings and conduct deficiency walks to update logs.
- Issue warranties and manage project progress photos.
- Update field drawings and produce as-built documentation.
- Perform quantity takeoffs and verify site conditions against drawings.
- Supervise sub-trade work and maintain project record keeping.
- Layout site lines and grades using total station equipment.
- Update project schedules and monitor manpower productivity.
- Obtain scheduling information directly from sub-trades.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Civil, Mechanical, Structural Engineering, or Construction program.
- Completion of at least one more semester of education following the internship.
- A GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Highly developed interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively and maintain positive professional relationships.
- Legal residency or a valid work permit to work for Bird Construction.
- Submission of a current transcript with your application.
Location & details#
- Location: Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada.
- Term: Fall 2026.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time, paid internship.
