Bird Construction
Bird Construction
5,001 – 10,000 Employees
Construction
Bird Construction is a Canadian construction and maintenance company serving industrial, infrastructure, and building markets. Its work spans new construction and retrofits, industrial maintenance and operations, civil infrastructure, and mine support services. With more than a century of experience and a workforce of over 5,000, Bird brings together teams across these areas to deliver projects and ongoing services with a focus on safety and long-term value.

Student Project Coordinator — Bird Construction

Support construction projects through field coordination, scheduling, and drawing updates. This four- or eight-month co-op is based in Kincardine, Ontario.

Description

  • Manage an assigned area with guidance from a supervisor and technical mentor
  • Coordinate drawings, work scopes, and trades
  • Review trade quotes and check material quantities, labor hours, and rates
  • Take part in project meetings
  • Inspect work for deficiencies and maintain deficiency logs
  • Issue warranties
  • Take and coordinate progress photographs
  • Update field drawings and prepare as-built drawings
  • Complete quantity takeoffs
  • Coordinate and oversee subcontractor work
  • Check site conditions against drawings and coordinate any needed updates
  • Establish and maintain project records
  • Lay out site lines and grades using a total station
  • Create, update, and maintain project schedules, including graphical schedules
  • Gather scheduling details from subcontractors
  • Track workforce productivity

Requirements

  • Enrolled in a civil, mechanical, or structural engineering or construction program
  • Have at least one semester of study remaining after the internship
  • Have a GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Able to lead and work in an environment of frequent change
  • Able to build, develop, and maintain positive relationships
  • Demonstrate the Ideal Team Player qualities: hungry, humble, and smart
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
  • Show urgency and a strong commitment to achieving goals
  • Work collaboratively with a positive attitude
  • Be a resident or hold a valid work permit authorizing employment with Bird Construction or a wholly owned subsidiary
  • May need to pass pre-employment medical and/or alcohol and drug testing for client-specific requirements
  • Include a current transcript with the application

Benefits

  • Guidance from an assigned supervisor and technical mentor
  • A challenging, enjoyable, and supportive work environment
  • Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
  • A healthy and safe workplace
  • An inclusive culture where people feel they belong
  • Ongoing learning opportunities

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