Water Co-op Student - Winter 2027

Employer description

At Stantec, we approach every water and natural resource project we undertake—whether at the local, regional, or watershed level— thoughtfully, and execute it with excellence across all project phases. We partner with our clients to design fit-for-purpose solutions that address their communities’ unique needs throughout the water infrastructure lifecycle. Our experts lead their fields and guide our work with scientific rigor, an innovative spirit, and a vision for growth. We’re a place where you can apply your passion and collaborate with top talent on work that’s critical to our clients, our communities, and the industry at large. #Student Your Opportunity As a Civil Engineering Assistant, you will work in a team environment and have exposure to water infrastructure projects which may include roads, conveyance infrastructure, water and wastewater plants, pump stations, water supply, distribution, wet weather flow management, etc. Candidates should be highly motivated and dependable students who are taking or have taken transportation, water resources, hydrology, or surveying type courses. It is the intention of this position to give students an opportunity to become familiar with the field of Consulting Engineering, by working on challenging and interesting projects with members of Stantec's Water Group. Your Key Responsibilities • Assisting technical staff with various project tasks, including researching, compiling and evaluating project data, preparing reports and performing calculations for water and wastewater projects and/or sewer, watermain or trenchless design projects • Assisting in project administration including writing reports, gathering information, drafting proposals, drafting correspondence, tracking project costs, and completing progress reports • Performing calculations and managing large data sets, along with exposure to GIS and engineering design • Participating in preliminary and detailed design of linear infrastructure, transportation, treatment and pumping facilities • Preparing and compiling cost estimates • Assisting with construction administration duties, including but not limited to coordinating shop-drawing review process, Request for Information responses, and site visits (as needed) • Performing research and contacting vendors or contractors for information • Assisting with field data collection and analysis of environmental data • Complete other engineering/administrative duties as required Your Capabilities and Credentials The candidate should: • Be familiar with and show interest in spreadsheets and other data management software • Be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) • Possess strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills • Have the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and take direction • Have an eagerness to learn • Possess the ability to collaborate with teammates to deliver projects effectively and efficiently • In progress toward earning a University Bachelor's degree or College Diploma (C.E.T.) (minimum) in civil, environmental, chemical, or mechanical engineering or related field • Specific coursework or exposure to one or more of the following: Planning, design, construction of water and wastewater infrastructure, including linear design (sewers, watermains, drainage), facility design (piping systems, pumping, hydraulics), or process treatment (wastewater treatment, water treatment). Education and Experience • In progress toward earning a Bachelor's degree (minimum) in civil, or environmental engineering or related field. Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.