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Working under the direction of the Site Superintendent and other experienced project team members, you will gain hands-on experience in site operations, building layout, material coordination, quality control, health and safety, scheduling, and construction documentation.\nThis position provides an excellent opportunity to develop practical construction knowledge and field experience while contributing to active construction projects in a fast-paced environment.\nKey Responsibilities\nSite Operations & Concrete\nAssist with calculating concrete volumes using drawing take-offs and site measurements and develop an understanding of concrete mixes and their applications.\nAssist with maintaining records related to concrete ordering and placement, including tracking theoretical versus actual quantities.\nSupport the coordination of concrete inspections and testing with third-party inspection agencies.\nAssist with verifying concrete types, reviewing concrete delivery documentation, and monitoring concrete placement under the direction of the Site Team.\nGain exposure to the planning and coordination of concrete pours, including specialty and simultaneous pours.\nAccurately record concrete pour dates, maintain concrete supply tickets, and assist with updating as-built pour drawing records.\nAssist with verifying existing grade conditions, elevations, and site measurements against construction drawings and consultant information.\nSupport the Site Superintendent and Site Team with the coordination of engineering and construction details that may affect site activities, quality, or schedule.\nBuilding Layout & Surveying\nApply basic surveying principles and gain hands-on experience using surveying and building layout equipment.\nAssist with reviewing construction documents to understand project survey and layout requirements.\nSupport building layout activities under the direction of experienced site personnel.\nAssist with taking and verifying field measurements and identifying potential discrepancies for review by the Superintendent or appropriate Project Team member.\nDevelop an understanding of construction tolerances and contractual layout requirements.\nAssist with identifying potential conflicts between field conditions and construction drawings and escalate concerns to the appropriate Project Team member.\nDrawings, Specifications & Documentation\nDevelop the ability to read and interpret construction drawings, details, sections, floor plans, specifications, and other project documentation.\nAssist with accurately marking up and maintaining site record drawings, including changes resulting from RFIs, Site Instructions, Contemplated Change Notices, and Change Directives.\nAssist with maintaining site documentation and logs, including timesheets, packing slips, labour quantities, Purchase Orders, invoices, and daily job diaries.\nIdentify potential discrepancies, conflicts, or missing information within construction documentation and bring them to the attention of the appropriate Project Team member.\nAssist with maintaining organized and accurate project and site records throughout the construction process.\nAssist with taking and maintaining daily site photographs to document subcontractor activities and overall project progress.\nScheduling & Site Coordination\nDevelop an understanding of the construction schedule and assist with monitoring site progress against planned activities.\nAssist the Superintendent with developing and updating short-term look-ahead schedules.\nSupport the tracking of upcoming activities, milestones, deliveries, inspections, and subcontractor requirements.\nAssist with coordinating information between the Site Team, Project Team, subcontractors, consultants, and suppliers.\nCommunicate site observations, potential conflicts, deficiencies, and other concerns to the appropriate Project Team member.\nParticipate in site and project meetings as required and assist with tracking outstanding items and follow-up activities.\nQuality Control\nAssist the Superintendent with the implementation and documentation of Matheson's Quality Management Program and the site-specific Project Quality Control Plan.\nAssist with tracking Consultant and third-party inspection reports.\nFollow up on identified deficiencies under the direction of the Site Team.\nObserve construction activities and develop practical knowledge of construction methods, sequencing, materials, equipment, and trade coordination.\nAssist with documenting quality-related observations and ensuring issues are communicated to the appropriate Project Team member.\nDevelop an understanding of project quality requirements, construction tolerances, testing procedures, and inspection processes.\nHealth & Safety\nFollow all Matheson Health & Safety policies, procedures, and site-specific requirements.\nDevelop familiarity with applicable occupational health and safety legislation and requirements.\nParticipate in site safety activities and contribute to maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work environment.\nRecognize and report potential hazards or unsafe conditions to the Superintendent or appropriate site personnel.\nDemonstrate a proactive commitment to health and safety while working on active construction sites.\nParticipate in toolbox meetings, site orientations, inspections, and other safety-related activities as required.\nConstruction Methods & Practices\nDevelop practical knowledge of construction methods, materials, equipment, sequencing, and trade coordination through hands-on field experience.\nAssist the Site Team with coordinating engineering and construction details that impact site operations.\nGain exposure to construction activities and understand how drawings, specifications, schedules, and site conditions are applied in the field.\nAssist with monitoring subcontractor activities and communicating progress or concerns to the appropriate Site Team member.\nSupport the Superintendent and Site Team with various project and field-related tasks as required.\nPerform other duties as assigned to support project, business unit, and corporate objectives.\nQualifications\nEducation & Experience\nCurrently enrolled in a post-secondary degree or diploma program in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or a related discipline.\nMust be eligible to participate in a co-op, internship, or work-integrated learning term through their post-secondary institution.\nPrevious construction, engineering, surveying, or related field experience is considered an asset but is not required.\nStrong interest in gaining hands-on experience in field operations and developing practical knowledge of construction methods and project delivery.\nTechnical Skills\nStrong computer skills with an aptitude for learning new software and systems.\nWorking knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.\nExperience with Procore or other construction management software is considered an asset.\nExperience with MS Project is considered an asset.\nBasic understanding of construction drawings, specifications, surveying, building layout, construction sequencing, and field operations.\nBasic understanding of construction methods, materials, equipment, and building processes, or a strong willingness to learn.\nAbility to take accurate measurements and perform basic mathematical calculations related to construction activities.\nSkills & Competencies\nStrong attention to detail with the ability to complete work accurately and efficiently.\nEffective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.\nStrong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.\nSelf-motivated, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced construction environment.\nWillingness to learn, ask questions, take initiative, and accept feedback as part of ongoing professional development.\nStrong problem-solving and analytical skills.\nAbility to work both independently on assigned tasks and collaboratively as part of a Project Team.\nProactive approach to identifying potential issues and communicating concerns.\nAbility to establish positive working relationships with Site Team members, Project Managers, subcontractors, consultants, suppliers, and other stakeholders.\nAccountability, dependability, and a commitment to quality.\nDemonstrates professionalism, ethics, and integrity.\nRequirements\nValid driver's licence and access to a vehicle is considered an asset.\nAbility to travel to project sites and off-site locations throughout Ontario as required.\nAbility and willingness to work on active construction sites in a variety of conditions and environments.\nCSA-approved steel-toe safety boots and appropriate safety equipment are required.\nAbility to lift or move up to 50 lbs.\nAbility to work both indoors and outdoors.\nWorking Conditions\nCombination 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