About the role#
PCL Construction is seeking a Mechanical Engineering student to join our Canadian Industrial Division. You will work at our fabrication facility in Nisku, Alberta, for an 8-month term starting in January 2027. This is a full-time, paid position reporting directly to a Project Manager.
What you'll do#
- Assist with project planning, scheduling, progress monitoring, and cost control.
- Review drawings and perform quantity takeoffs.
- Coordinate work specific scope and trades.
- Verify material quantities, hours, and rates.
- Participate in project meetings and submit requests for information.
- Input and update deficiency logs.
- Produce as-built drawings.
- Conduct safety inspections and communicate changes with craft personnel.
- Set up and maintain project record keeping.
- Handle adhoc duties as required.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an engineering degree or diploma program with a major in mechanical or materials engineering.
- A strong interest in working within a construction environment.
- Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet, and drafting software.
- Self-motivation and the ability to work in a demanding environment.
- Prior field construction experience is an asset.
Location & details#
- Location: Nisku, Alberta.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Winter 2027 (8 months).
- Requirements: You must provide your own CSA-approved steel-toed boots, be willing to pass a pre-access alcohol and drug test, and have reliable transportation as the facility is not accessible by public transit.
About PCL Construction
PCL Construction operates as a group of independent construction firms. The company works in the civil infrastructure, heavy industrial, and buildings markets. It maintains a presence in Canada, the United States, the Caribbean, and Australia through 31 major centers. The organization is 100 percent employee-owned.
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