Co-op Student – Heavy Civil Construction

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Assist in meeting the administrative and logistical requirements of ongoing construction projects.

• Keep project schedules up-to-date and monitor deliverables on behalf of Project Managers and departmental leaders.

• Provide consistent reporting to various departments and corporate offices.

• Effectively communicate any concerns regarding project deliverables.

• Help in maintaining accurate and well-organized project records, logs, and files.

• Establish and nurture strong working relationships across all departments and organizational levels.

• Aid in the implementation and upkeep of the project Quality Management Program.

• Support the Quality Manager in carrying out inspections, audits, and field verification of construction activities.

• Document and monitor non-conformances, corrective actions, and quality records.

• Review and categorize material submittals, test reports, and certifications to ensure they meet project specifications.

• Assist with coordinating material sampling and testing in the field.

• Maintain precise and comprehensive quality documentation in compliance with contract and regulatory requirements.

• Aid in preparing quality reports for clients, consultants, and regulatory agencies.

⛳️ Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary Co-op program in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.

• Strong skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

• Detail-oriented with a firm commitment to accuracy and quality.

• Capability to work independently while also following direction from multiple leaders.

• Strong organizational skills to manage several priorities at once.

• A proactive and solutions-focused attitude.

• Willingness and capability to work and reside at remote job sites in BC for the duration of the term.

• Familiarity with quality management systems or inspection practices is considered beneficial.

• A valid Class 5 Driver's Licence is regarded as an asset.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive co-op salary, based on experience and program level.

• Strong performers may be eligible for rehire in future co-op terms.

• High-achieving graduates might receive invitations to join the Jim Dent Construction team full-time after graduation.

• Mentorship provided by industry experts.

• Experience some of BC's most remarkable project landscapes.