Kickstart Your Career as a Civil Engineering Intern!
BelPacific Excavating & Shoring, is looking for a motivated and organized Civil Engineering Intern to join our team for a 4 or 8 month term beginning from January, depending on availability. This is a great opportunity for individuals looking to gain hands-on experience in construction industry!
BelPacific Excavating & Shoring, specializes in delivering efficient and safety conscious excavation and shoring solutions across Western Canada. Our skilled team and extensive fleet enable us to tackle any project size, ensuring cost-effective and timely outcomes while adhering to environmental safeguards.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Provide Field Engineering assistance to Project Managers.
- Capture project progress through photos, prepare reports, and assist with health & safety, quality, environmental considerations, and quantity measurement
- Coordinate with Forepersons to ensure accurate daily crew reports for payroll and equipment time processing, analyze job costs, and contribute to budget forecasting
- Assist Estimators with daily tasks, project initiatives, and participate in estimate reviews and bid wrap-up processes.
- Conduct quantity take-offs, solicit quotes, perform comparative table analyses, develop Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), and enter estimates into bid software
- Support the Estimating Manager in maintaining and updating the bid list.
- Work with the procurement team to ensure the timely and accurate delivery of materials and services
- Manage administrative functions related to health & safety, quality control, subcontractor progress, scheduling, and tracking key project details
- Track project correspondence, monitor daily job costs, and update project schedules as needed
- Collaborate with senior staff to develop, assess, and enhance project management and operations systems
- Participate in Project Management roundtables and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
- Promote a safe and healthy work environment across Norland sites and offices
Qualifications & Skills
- Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a Civil Engineering undergraduate program
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project
- Ability to work in both office and field settings
- Comfortable working under deadlines and managing high-pressure situations
- Open to occasional work outside of regular hours to meet business needs
- Valid driver’s license required
- Strong communication skills and confidence in interacting with teams
- Strong work ethic with a proactive and eager-to-learn attitude
Compensation
Expected hourly rate for this position is $24 - $30 per hour (based on candidate’s experience).
Here’s why you will want to be part of our team:
Enjoy a competitive total rewards package that includes not only a base salary but also comprehensive benefits, and other perks.
Be part of a supportive and collaborative team culture where ideas are valued, and teamwork is encouraged, fostering an environment of mutual respect and shared success.
We are a values-driven organization. Our values define how we work together, and how we partner with our clients. We invite you to learn more about our values here .
We are All Leaders
We Do What We Say
We are Open and Transparent
We Win Together
Safety is at the heart of everything that we do, and we promote a culture that ensures everyone has the mindset and the tools to work safely. All Norland positions include a commitment to comply with Norland’s Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) program responsibilities and applicable legislation.
About Us
Norland Limited consists of specialized businesses working together as one team towards common goals. Our businesses have delivered work Built to Last for over 80 years! We are a trusted leader in integrated construction - connecting and enriching communities through our innovative approach. Our mission is to build lasting partnerships through unparalleled execution and leveraging our self-perform expertise. We offer a dynamic and supportive environment where your skills will thrive, and your contributions will make a real difference in our community-focused projects.
Ready to make a difference? Join us as we shape the future of construction with integrity, excellence, and a commitment to making a meaningful impact! You can visit our website to learn more about us.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diversity and promotes equity. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those from underrepresented groups.
Thank you for your interest in joining our team. Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
SCAM ALERT: Please be vigilant of recruitment scams, falsely posing as Norland. We never ask for payment during the hiring process. The hiring process will always include direct communication from Norland only from email addresses ending in @ norlandlimited.com and will never be completely conducted via chat or social media platforms. The best way to verify real career opportunities is to review postings on Norland’s career page and apply directly through Norland’s website.
