Fall 26' Civil Engineer Co-op

Job Description

Civil/Structural Engineering Co-op Student  

Oscar Renda Contracting  

Project: NEWPCC Biosolids Facility (Winnipeg, MB)  

Term: Fall 2026 (September -- December)  

About the Project  
Oscar Renda Contracting is seeking a motivated Civil/Structural Engineering co-op student to join our team on the North End Sewage Treatment Plant (NEWPCC) Biosolids Facility project in Winnipeg, Manitoba. This is a major capital infrastructure project involving the design and construction of new biosolids processing facilities as part of the City of Winnipeg's wastewater treatment upgrades.  

Position Overview  
As a Civil/Structural Engineering Co-op Student, you will work alongside our site engineering team to support construction activities, quality control, and field engineering for this large-scale treatment plant project.  

Responsibilities  
- Assist with reviewing structural and civil drawings, specifications, and shop drawings  
- Support quality control and quality assurance activities for concrete, structural steel, and civil works  
- Conduct field inspections and document construction progress  
- Assist with material take-offs, quantity tracking, and progress reporting  
- Support RFI (Request for Information) tracking and coordination with design engineers  
- Help maintain as-built documentation and project records  
- Participate in site safety meetings and adhere to all site safety protocols  
- Assist project engineers and superintendents with day-to-day field engineering tasks  
- Support scheduling and coordination activities as required  

Qualifications  
- Currently enrolled in a Civil or Structural Engineering degree program (3rd or 4th year preferred)  
- Strong understanding of structural and civil engineering fundamentals (concrete, steel, foundations)  
- Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D considered an asset  
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail  
- Effective written and verbal communication skills  
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team  
- Willingness to work on an active heavy civil construction site  
- Valid driver's license considered an asset  

Work Term Details  
- Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba (on-site at the NEWPCC facility)  
- Duration: Fall semester, September -- December 2026 (4 months)  
- Hours: Full-time, Monday--Friday (occasional weekend work may be required based on construction schedule)  

Why Join Us  
This co-op placement offers hands-on exposure to a large-scale municipal infrastructure project, direct mentorship from experienced civil and structural engineers, and the opportunity to gain practical field engineering experience on a heavy civil construction site.  

How to Apply  
Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter through their institution's co-op portal or directly to the Oscar Renda Contracting Human Resources team, referencing \*\*"NEWPCC Biosolids DP -- Civil/Structural Co-op -- Fall 2026."\*\*  
\*Oscar Renda Contracting is an equal opportunity employer. \*