Position Title:  Materials Testing Student

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us! 

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

Reporting to the Quality Control Manager, the Materials Testing Student will have the opportunity to take an active involvement on our Deerfoot Trail Improvements project located in Calgary, Alberta.

What You Will Do Here

• Provide reports to the construction quality manager.
• Assist with day-to-day tasks.
• Demonstrates attention to detail and ability to review the quality documentation for completeness.
• Provide data and input for month-end quality reporting requirements.
• Maintain files and correspondence on quality testing and inspections.
• Assist in the preparation, review, maintenance and approval of and supplier quality related documents.
• Gather field information and assist in material inspection of permanent materials being delivered to the project site.
• Liaise with clients, contractors and internal departments.
• Other administrative duties as required.
• Must be self-motivated and work well with minimum or no direct supervision.

What You Will Bring to The Team

• Currently enrolled in a technical college diploma in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• Experience in the construction industry is a strong asset.
• A valid driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract.
• Experience in the lab and field testing of construction materials is an asset.
• Excellent Microsoft Outlook, MS Word and Excel skills.
• Proven people and interpersonal skills; ability to communicate with a diverse group of individuals.
• Excellent communications skills.
• Proven ability to utilize current technologies.
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Adaptable to flexible work schedules (day and night shifts) when required to meet deadlines.
• Must be able to pass a pre-access drug and alcohol test.
• ACI Concrete certification is preferred.

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the ACA during any step of the application process please click here.