About the role#
This is a full-time, paid co-op position for the Winter 2027 term. You will join the Site Establishment team and report to the Senior Project Manager. Your work supports the coordination of new construction projects, including a warehouse, an administration building, and a fabrication facility. You will act as a primary point of contact for team members, field trades, and design engineers to ensure project needs are met.
What you'll do#
- Develop and maintain comprehensive work packages with construction and engineering teams.
- Write detailed work plans and coordinate the delivery of project documents.
- Review designs for compliance with contract requirements and engineering principles.
- Identify and report design deviations before construction begins.
- Serve as a liaison between field trades and design engineers to resolve technical issues.
- Monitor project expenditures to stay within budget limits.
- Provide status and progress reports to management and the project team.
- Coordinate technical developments and scheduling activities.
- Ensure all construction activities follow established policies and quality standards.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a post-secondary engineering program, specifically Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical.
- Strong written and oral communication skills, with a focus on report writing.
- Ability to work in-person at a site office or trailer.
- A valid G license and access to a reliable vehicle.
- Professionalism and the ability to work effectively within a large team.
- Capacity to meet deadlines and maintain regular, reliable attendance.
- Ability to work overtime and weekends when required.
- Experience with SharePoint, Aconex, Bluebeam, Excel, or blueprint reading is an asset.
Location & details#
- Locations: Darlington and Clarington, Ontario.
- Term: Winter 2027 (8 to 12 months).
- Modality: On-site.
About Kiewit
Kiewit is a construction and engineering organization based in Omaha, Nebraska. Founded in 1884, the company operates across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. It provides services in markets such as transportation, mining, energy, and water infrastructure. The firm is employee-owned and maintains a workforce of over 26,000 people.
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