Waste Management Project Coordination Intern

2 weeks ago

Niagara, Canada Niagara Region Full time

**Division**:
Waste Management

**Important Notices & Amendments**:
The Waste Management Project Coordination Intern/Student will be required to work both in person at the work site as well as remotely.

**Temporary Duration**:
Approximate Duration: 18 months, from January 2024 - June 2025

**About Us**:
Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara. Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high-quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries. Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula features some of Canada’s most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in both history and recreational and cultural opportunities. Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada’s most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario’s most breathtaking countryside. An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S. neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as a steady stream of new residents and businesses.

At Niagara Region, we value diversity - in background and experience. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We aspire to hire and grow a workforce reflective of the diverse community we serve. By doing so, we can deliver better programs and services across Niagara.

For the Region's full employee equity statement, Working at Niagara Region - Niagara Region, Ontario.

Please note that effective February 12, 2023 mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations are no longer required as per the Niagara Region’s amended COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. As a result, you will not be required to submit verification of your vaccination status before starting employment with the Niagara Region. However, the Niagara Region continues to reserve the right to reintroduce vaccination requirements in the future if necessary to respond to changing public health advice and\or government direction. The Niagara Region continues to strongly encourage everyone to remain up-to-date with vaccinations.

**JOB SUMMARY**

The Niagara Region has a full-time, paid Waste Management (WM) Project Coordination Intern/Student position available from January to June with the WM division of the Public Works Department. This is an excellent learning opportunity for a recent graduate or current student enrolled in an Engineering, Construction, Environmental Geoscience or related field of study, who is available to work from January 2024 to June 2025.

The WM Project Coordination Intern will perform a variety of tasks, including:

- Assist with work and coordination related to construction contracts, such as requests for proposal, tendering, contract administration and gathering related information
- Assist in monitoring and evaluating performance of contractors, consultants, and others as appropriate
- Helps oversee contract preparation, administration, inspection, and quality assurances during construction phase of small capital projects
- Assist with asset management work, condition assessments, compiling data, etc.
- Maintenance and updates to WMs landfill asset GIS data and tools utilizing ESRI ArcGIS Pro and Portal
- Working with engineering drawings, site plans and other technical documents
- Maintain and organize records, as well as, research and pull historical information for inclusion in purchasing documents
- Assist Project Manager in managing the WM Capital Budget process
- Assist other WM Staff on an as needed basis

**EDUCATION**
- Completion of high school diploma or equivalency (i.e., GED), plus
- Must have met ONE of the following TWO requirements related to a post-secondary Engineering, Construction or Environmental or related program:

- ONE - Graduated within the last 18 months (or will graduate prior to the posting), or
- TWO - Currently enrolled in one of the areas listed above

**KNOWLEDGE**
- Construction knowledge/experience
- Knowledge of WM is an asset
- Project Management knowledge/experience would be beneficial
- General knowledge of purchasing procedures would be an asset

**SKILLS**
- Self-motivating with the ability to work with limited supervision if needed
- Ability to work in a team setting
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills
- Strong organizational, coordination and research skills
- Computer proficiency in Word, Excel and other Microsoft programs is a must
- Experience with AutoCAD and ESRI ArcGIS Pro would be an asset
- Familiarity with blueprints, site plans and other technical drawings is an asset

**SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS**
- Interns - Must have graduated within the last 18 months (or will graduate prior to starting) and be able to provide proof of graduation from post-seconda

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