About the role#
Southland Holdings is seeking a Civil/Structural Engineering co-op student for the North End Sewage Treatment Plant (NEWPCC) Biosolids Facility project in Winnipeg, Manitoba. This role provides hands-on experience on a major municipal infrastructure project, working alongside the site engineering team to support construction, quality control, and field engineering tasks.
What you'll do#
- Assist with reviewing structural and civil drawings, specifications, and shop drawings.
- Support quality control and quality assurance activities for concrete, structural steel, and civil works.
- Conduct field inspections and document construction progress.
- Assist with material take-offs, quantity tracking, and progress reporting.
- Support RFI (Request for Information) tracking and coordination with design engineers.
- Help maintain as-built documentation and project records.
- Participate in site safety meetings and adhere to all site safety protocols.
- Assist project engineers and superintendents with day-to-day field engineering tasks.
- Support scheduling and coordination activities as required.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled in a Civil, Structural, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering or Architecture degree program (3rd or 4th year preferred).
- Strong understanding of structural and civil engineering fundamentals including concrete, steel, and foundations.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD or Civil 3D is considered an asset.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Willingness to work on an active heavy civil construction site.
- A valid driver's license is considered an asset.
Location & details#
- Location: On-site at the NEWPCC facility in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
- Term: Fall 2026 (September to December).
- Schedule: Full-time, Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend work required based on the construction schedule.
About Southland Holdings
Southland Holdings is a construction company founded in 1900. It operates through seven subsidiaries that specialize in heavy civil construction, tunneling, and water treatment plants. The firm is based in Grapevine, Texas, and employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. Its projects span all 50 states and over 60 countries.
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