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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. *
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. *