Company Description

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There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

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Job Description

AECOM is seeking one student currently enrolled in the Engineering Co-op Program of the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Alberta for an 8-month co-op placement. The position will start in January and finish in August of 2026.

The position will be with the project management team of the Valley Line LRT Owner's Engineer (OE) led by AECOM and will include the following duties:

Project Management - assisting leadership with various management activities of multi-disciplinary teams consisting of consultants, contractors, clients and stakeholders; work with the project team to control scope, schedule, quality and budget of OE team; assessing whether project activities are in accordance with the best practices of project management methodology, processes and procedures; assisting coordination of external consultants and contractors to meet project objectives in a collaborative manner; documenting project activities Design Review - reviewing project documentation prepared by other parties for contract compliance; attending and documenting technical meetings; coordination of and support for design review teams Schedule Review- evaluation of overall project status; analyzing field reports to assess contractor performance; tracking progress of construction activities Construction Review - performing field inspections of construction activities; coordination of and support for construction monitoring teams; assisting with resolution of technical challenges related to construction; evaluate whether construction activities are compliant with the contractQuality Management - coordinate review of quality documentation provided by the constructor and reviewed by the OE, review comments and evaluate for compliance with project requirements, participate in resolution of technical and contractual issues

Qualifications

Minimum requirements:

Candidates must be pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical engineering and must have completed at least 1 year of study. Candidates who have recently graduated with a bachelor’s degree and plan to continue with the master’s degree are eligible to apply for this position. Recent graduates must have been enrolled in their bachelor’s degree in the most previous school term with an interest in pursuing an advanced degree in the same or similar discipline at the conclusion of the internship.

Preferred Qualification:

The preferred candidate will be completing their 4th and 5th work placement terms in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical engineering.Strong written and verbal communication skillsAccuracy with details is essentialExperience working around mobile heavy equipment and farm implements is considered an assetFamiliar with materials testing procedures and construction coordination services

Additional InformationSponsorship assistance not providedRelocation assistance not provided

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.