About the role#
PCL Construction is seeking an Engineering Student for the Canadian Buildings Division in Sudbury, Ontario. This is a full-time, paid position for the Fall 2026 term, with opportunities for 4 or 8-month placements starting in September 2026. This role is strictly on-site.
What you'll do#
- Coordinate drawings, work scopes, and trade quote reviews, including verifying material quantities, rates, and hours.
- Participate in project meetings and maintain deficiency logs and warranties.
- Produce as-built drawings and update field drawings using progress photos.
- Perform quantity takeoffs and verify site conditions against project drawings.
- Supervise sub-trade work and maintain project record-keeping.
- Set up and maintain site lines and grades using total station equipment.
- Create and update project schedules using Primavera P6 EPPM and AutoCAD.
- Monitor workforce productivity on-site.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Environmental, Industrial, or Computer Engineering, or Architecture or Business Administration.
- A strong desire to work in a construction environment.
- Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet applications, and drafting software.
- Prior field construction experience is considered an asset.
Location & details#
- Location: Sudbury, Ontario, Canada.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Fall 2026.
- Compensation: $21.37 to $31.33 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
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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