Purpose of the Position
We are currently looking for an Engineering Co-op Student to join our Aecon Foundations team for an 8 or 12 month co-op placement come January 2025 .
This position will sit out of Toronto, ON . This position will provide an opportunity to take an active involvement in an exciting heavy civil project.
This is a site-based position and will include exposure to the day-to-day management of project construction, resource allocation, scheduling, and cost control.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct site audits and analysis, provide daily / weekly / monthly reports to the project staff and key stakeholders.
- Assist Field Engineers and Superintendents with day-to-day tasks
- Perform quantity tracking and productivity analysis for maximization of operation efficiency.
- Perform quantity take-off from construction drawings as required.
- Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to review the quality of completed work.
- Liaise with and inform the project staff or any other Aecon delegate on the project schedule.
- Monitor progress and assist in the provision of job cost reports to management on active projects.
- Provide data and input for month-end reconciliation.
- Maintain files and correspondence on active and completed projects.
- Provide technical support to field staff, craft and subcontractors.
- Assist in the preparation, review, maintenance and approval of Engineering drawings and related documents.
- Gather field information and assist in the preparation of project bill of materials.
- Assist in the preparation of detailed construction and design estimates.
- Liaise with clients, contractors and internal departments.
- Other administrative duties as required.
- Must be self-motivated and work well with minimum or no direct supervision.
Required Knowledge and Skills
- Currently enrolled in a university or technical college diploma in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
- Experience in the construction industry is a strong asset
- Beginner knowledge of construction equipment and techniques, drawings, building materials and required standards applicable to the project.
- A valid driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract.
- Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel and Word).
- Beginner knowledge of AutoCAD and / or Bluebeam is an asset.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication (both oral and written) skills.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- A strong work ethic highly motivated and willing to do what it takes to get the job done right.
- Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments.
- Adaptable to flexible work schedules (day and night shifts) when required to meet deadlines.
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.
- Must be willing to travel, if required.
Il y a 15 jours