Project Assistant

Description:

Defence Construction Canada (CDC) invites Indigenous students to apply for a temporary Project Assistant role supporting infrastructure projects on Canadian Forces bases. This opportunity provides hands-on experience in construction, project management, and administrative support within a fast-paced, professional environment.

Successful candidates will gain office and field experience, learning from professionals in a high-performing team, while contributing to real infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct research and prepare project-related documents for planning, implementation, and presentation.

• Provide project and program management support.

• Track and monitor contracts (construction, property management, environmental).

• Ensure compliance with contract requirements and report deviations.

• Maintain records, calendars, and documentation; draft reports.

• Coordinate data and develop reporting tools using multiple data sources and automation technologies.

• Support renovation and new construction projects.

• Participate in construction tenders by reviewing plans and specifications.

• Attend meetings with consultants, construction teams, and staff.

• Provide general administrative support.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Must be an Indigenous student (First Nations, Inuit, or Métis) enrolled in a relevant program.

• Minimum working age for Quebec and authorization to work in Canada.

• Positive attitude, discretion, and adaptability.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other software.

• Strong critical thinking, writing, and interpersonal skills; detail-oriented.

• Ability to work independently.

• Citizenship: Canadian citizen or permanent resident.

• Security Clearance: Must be eligible for at least a Reliability security clearance. Some positions may require Secret level.

Working Conditions:

• Temporary, full-time (2–4 months).

• Office and field work, often on military bases.

• CDC emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and accommodation for all candidates.