Project Management Co-op Student

Working at Walker 

At Walker, your contribution matters. Become part of a team you can count on and where your health and safety are our priority. Our team of more than 1200 people work in environmental waste management and recovery, renewable energy, paving and construction, aggregates, and emulsions chemistries. We are a fifth-generation, family-owned company founded in 1887, operating from our base in the Niagara Region with facilities across Canada and the United States. We care about the environment, each other, and our neighbours, and give back to our communities. Join us on our journey to build a sustainable future, together.

About the Job

The Project Management Co-op Student will report to the Manager of Capital Projects and be part of the Energy & Technical Services team based in Niagara Falls. This position provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting a variety of capital and operational projects across Ontario and other locations throughout Canada.

Working alongside experienced project managers, engineers, operations teams, Health & Safety, Environmental Performance, Sales, Marketing, and external contractors, the student will assist with projects involving hea\vy civil, mechanical, chemical process infrastructure, commercial buildings, wastewater treatment systems, and other facilities that support Walker's growing operations.

This role is ideal for a motivated student looking to develop project management, engineering, construction, and business skills in a fast-paced industrial environment.

The rate of pay will be $30-32/hr.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Assist with project planning and scope development by gathering information from operations, engineering consultants, equipment suppliers, and contractors.
• Support the preparation of project budgets, cost estimates, schedules, and business case documentation.
• Assist in tracking project progress, budgets, and schedules, and help prepare project status reports.
• Support the preparation of bid packages, tender documents, and contractor evaluation materials.
• Assist with procurement activities, including obtaining quotes, tracking material deliveries, and maintaining project records.
• Participate in project meetings, take meeting minutes, and follow up on action items.
• Conduct field visits to monitor project activities and gather information for project teams.
• Assist in coordinating contractors, consultants, suppliers, and internal stakeholders throughout project execution.
• Support project documentation, including drawings, specifications, change requests, permits, and regulatory approvals.
• Help ensure project activities are conducted in accordance with company Health, Safety, and Environmental policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with various Walker business units to help identify operational challenges and support the development of practical solutions.
• Assist with permit applications and correspondence with municipalities and regulatory agencies as required.
• Contribute to the preparation of proposals, estimates, schedules, and technical documentation for new projects.
• Maintain organized project files and records and assist with data analysis and reporting activities.
• Perform other project-related duties and special assignments as required.

Here’s What You Need

• Currently enrolled in a 3rd or 4th year Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related post-secondary program.
• Previous co-op, internship, construction, manufacturing, or industrial experience is considered an asset.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.

What’s in it for you 

• You become part of a team you can count on
• Leaders who support your growth and success
• A workplace that provides the best health & safety practices in industry

At Walker, your contribution matters. If you share our commitment to giving back to your community and caring about the environment we’d love to hear from you. Our workplaces strive to reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate.  We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all ethnicities, race, religions, gender identities and expression, Indigenous communities, and persons with disabilities.  

Should you require any accommodation in applying for this role, or throughout the interview process, please let us know when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.