Fall 26' Civil Engineer Co-op

About the project

Oscar Renda Contracting is seeking a Civil/Structural Engineering co-op student to join their 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 the 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
• Absorb 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)
• Duraton: Fall semester, September – December 2026 (4 months)
• Hrs: 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."**