*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 2025 for 1 to 4 terms 4 to 16 months)
Please note: International students must be able to complete an internship of aminimum of 6 months.
Interview period: Selected applicants will be contacted in May 2025through to the end of July 2025.
Location: Project located within Ontario (rental accommodation covered by company. Head office located in Peterborough.
Required education and experience:
- Current enrollment in Civil Engineering / Construction Engineering program at an accredited postsecondary institution and returning to fulltime studies after the work term.
- Personal vehicle required.
- A valid drivers license and a clean driving record.
About the company:
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 wellrecognized cando 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 multidisciplinary 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 set schedule budget and quality standards. Work is performed on site in the project yard and in site trailers.
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
Responsibilities:
- 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 onsite 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
Requested skills
Required education and experience:
- Current enrollment in Civil Engineering / Construction Engineering program at an accredited postsecondary institution and returning to fulltime studies after the work term
- Attach your transcripts with your application
- A valid drivers licence and a clean driving record
Qualifications:
- Ability to follow instructions
- Team player
- Advanced communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel Project Manager Excel Power Point) and Auto CAD
- Ability to understand and read drawings
- Initiative and accountability
- Open to continuous learning
- Willingness to travel and/or relocate
Assets:
- Completed Safety / WHIMIS / Working at Heights trainings
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY EQUITY & INCLUSION:
We respect and value our differences. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code Construction Demathieu Bard (CDB) Inc. is committed to making the Recruitment & Selection process accessible. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process please let us know when we contact you and we will work with you to meet your needs.
NOTICE REGARDING RETENTION OF APPLICATIONS:
All CVs received and not selected for a specific position will be kept in our database for a period of 3 years from the date of receipt. After this 3year period your information will be automatically deleted from our system. We take great care to ensure the security and confidentiality of your data throughout its storage. If you wish to update your information or withdraw your application before the expiry of this period please do not hesitate to contact us at
NOTICE REGARDING THE USE OF A.I.
As per Part III.1 of the ESA 2000 section 8.41 CDB uses Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen assess or select applicants.