Description
*YOU MUST BE A CURRENT STUDENT, RETURNING TO SCHOOL AFTER THIS INTERNSHIP TO QUALIFY*
Please attach your transcripts to your CV.
Work Term: Start in September, 2024, for 1 to 4 terms (4 to 16 months)
Please note: International students must be able to complete an internship of a minimum of 6 months.
Location: Work sites locations vary throughout Ontario. Head office located in Peterborough.
Required education and experience:
- Current enrollment in Civil Engineering / Construction Engineering program at an accredited post-secondary institution, and returning to full-time studies after the work term
- Personal vehicle required
- A valid driver’s licence and a clean driving record
Construction Demathieu & Bard (CDB) Inc. is the Canadian subsidiary of Demathieu Bard, a company based in France with over 160 years of experience in the construction industry, and has been operating in Canada since 1997.
CDB specializes in major infrastructure construction and rehabilitation and is known for its innovative, complex construction methodologies and adaptability when undertaking challenging projects. As the general contractor, construction manager, and/or project manager, CDB continues to successfully deliver complex and challenging projects, particularly heavy infrastructure projects such as bridges, canals, dams, tunnels, and buildings.
Our technical ability and well-recognized ‘can-do’ attitude sets us apart. Our strength as an organization lies in the skills and drive of our employees and it is a point of pride for us to encourage and develop our talent. CDB has currently over 150 engineers and technicians in Canada, with a wide range of multi-disciplinary skills and a right balance of experienced and young professionals. As an organization we are committed to optimizing our skilled resources, emphasizing professional development, and encouraging knowledge sharing across the company.
Job Summary:As a Jr. Project Coordinator, you will work closely with the project manager and project superintendent to support project progress according to a set schedule, budget and quality standards.
Benefits:- Opportunity to gain valuable and meaningful work experience
- Chance to identify the area for your future professional development / interests
- Opportunity to work site by site with talented construction professionals on challenging projects such as the construction or repair of tunnels, dams and bridges to name a few
- Opportunity for permanent full time employment after graduation
- Tracking project progress against budget, technical specifications and schedule
- Track and update inventory lists
- Material, tools and supplies ordering; follow up on orders and coordinate deliveries
- Assist with preparations of various reports and calculations
- Read and interpret drawings / contracts
- Assist with purchasing site supplies / purchase orders
- Support on-site measuring
- Assist through quality inspections and testings
- Participate in project meetings
- Follow up with clients and subcontractors and assist with supporting documentation maintenance
- Support Project manager and Superintendent as required
