Division: Canada - Vancouver
Project Location(s): Vancouver, BC V5K 0A1 CAN
Minimum Years Experience:
Travel Involved:
Job Type: Regular
Job Classification: Co-op
Education:
Job Family: Construction
Compensation: Salaried Non-Exempt
About the Company:
Turner is a North America-based, international construction services company and is a leading builder in diverse market segments. The company has earned recognition for undertaking large and complex projects, fostering innovation, embracing emerging technologies, and making a difference for their clients, employees, and community. With a staff of over 10,000 employees, the company completes $15 billion of construction on 1,500 projects each year. Turner offers clients the accessibility and support of a local firm with the stability and resources of a multi-national organization.
Our
vision is to be the highest value provider of global construction services and technical expertise. We plan and deliver building projects of all types and sizes—schools and hospitals, stadiums and museums, airports, data centers, offices and more—throughout North America and in 30 countries around the world.
Our reputation for integrity, working safely, delivering complex and challenging projects, and driving innovation to bring our whole industry forward has been earned over many years.
Position Description:
Turner Construction, located in Vancouver is looking for students who can fulfill a 8 – 12 month Project or Field Construction Coordinator co-op term beginning in January 2025. The Co-op must be available to work on site with the site team Monday to Friday, 40 hours a week. The role includes assisting in obtaining, evaluating, and coordinating project engineering information needed to construct projects.
The purpose of the co-op term is to provide the student with supervised practice at the work site or in certain cases in the office in the continuing daily operations of construction. Co-ops will assist the Project Manager and/or the Superintendent in the field through assistance, coordination and distribution of information required to construct the project in time, within budget and to quality standard. The Co-op reports to the Project Manager or Project Superintendent.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Assist the Project Manager with obtaining information and approvals for processing shop drawings and submittals.
- Disseminate Construction information to appropriate parties.
- Assist in the preparation of contract items list.
- Monitor field variations and keep the Project Superintendent informed of any changes.
- Ensure that subcontractors understand and adhere to the job schedule.
- Ensure subcontractor compliance with Turner’s safety program, safety codes and regulations.
- May perform other duties as necessary or assigned.
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
The following descriptions are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works at construction work sites where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, and outside weather conditions. The employee frequently views a computer monitor, is required to sit, handle objects, tools, or control, and reach with hands, talk, and hear.
Qualifications:
- Working toward a four-year degree in Engineering or Architecture or equivalent is preferred.
- Basic knowledge of building construction.
- Capable of identifying problems and recommending corrective actions.
- Computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office suite programs.
- Basic understanding of scheduling programs, preferred.
- Basic ability to interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedule.
- Familiar with lean methodology.
- Strong ability to demonstrate leadership and interpersonal skills and teamwork with the ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing.
- Desire to learn & develop.
Rewards and Compensation:
Our team is committed to mentoring and nurturing our students as they start their journey in the construction industry. We firmly believe that through our guidance and support, it helps shape the future of our students. With focus on both academic excellence and practical skills, our team ensures that every student not only learns the fundamentals of the construction industry but also develops the confidence and capabilities needed to excel in this dynamic field. Through personalized mentoring and hands-on experience, we pave the way for our students to become the next generation of skilled professionals in the construction industry.
The base hourly rate for this co-op role may be between $21.00 - $25.00 per hour depending on years of school and previous co-op experience.
Opportunities
Community & Citizenship Committee: Come join our C&C Committee to get involved in facilitating and coordinating various community-oriented initiatives and projects that align with the company’s values and objectives. This committee brings Turner and the community together by fostering positive relationships and creating a sense of social responsibility among employees.
Social Committee: Opportunity to get involved with social committee that focuses on organizing and managing social and recreational activities for employees. This committee plays a significant role in enhancing the workplace environment and improves overall employee morale. It creates a positive and engaging workplace atmosphere.
Growth and Development: Turner provides constant support to their employees by using tools to review employees’ capabilities, accomplishments, and progress. These are in place to ensure all team members have constant check-ins, feedback sessions and goals settings to ensure they are performing at their best and get the support needed to grow professionally.
How To Apply
We are always looking for talented people who fit our positive culture and are passionate about what they do. If you feel Turner is for you, here is how to apply:
- Click "Apply Now"
- Include your cover letter and resume and the duration that you are available for
- Connect with one of our Turner team members through LinkedIn.
Thank you for your interest in Turner. Due to the high volume of applicants, we can only respond to shortlisted; however, we will keep your information on file for future opportunities.
Turner Construction Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodations are available, including for applicants with disabilities, in the application and recruitment process, upon request.
