Design Student
About The Position
The future you want is within reach. Let's build it together. At PCL, we build the places where life happens and find camaraderie in the process. We're a community of builders committed to building better communities. That's why we're always looking ahead, and not just to the next project or what's next in our industry. We're also looking at what's next for you and how we can help you build a career you're proud of. As a student at PCL, you will get the opportunity for challenging work assignments in a supportive work environment which promotes personal and professional growth. We are seeking a Solar Design Student, for our Solar District that is available for 4-16 months starting September 2026.
Requirements
- Candidates must have a strong desire to work in a solar preconstruction function
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Superior attention to detail
- Proficient in various computer software programs, including AutoCAD, word processing, and spreadsheet applications (Excel)
- Proficiency with design and engineering software relevant to solar and renewable energy projects
- Foundational understanding of software engineering concepts and data-driven tools, with the ability to learn new systems and applications quickly
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with PM4+ and Power BI is considered an asset
Responsibilities
- Assist with coordinating and supporting the project design and procurement process, including taking detailed meeting minutes and tracking follow‑up on open action items
- Support the review of technical specifications, drawings, RFP documentation, diagrams, and other project documents to help identify key project requirements
- Assist with preliminary equipment sizing calculations and support detailed electrical studies under the guidance of senior engineers
- Create and update project layouts using AutoCAD in support of project design development
- Assist with developing energy production models to support project feasibility and performance analysis
- Support earthwork quantity estimation and assist project teams with material take‑offs, quantity optimization, and pricing compilation and recaps
- Facilitate communication and collaboration between project stakeholders by supporting RFIs and submittals through PM4+
- Assist with streamlining project and procurement processes by developing procurement operating practices and converting Excel-based tools into standardized Solar templates
- Support project teams by assisting with the development and maintenance of PM4+ procurement dashboards
- Assist with drafting purchase orders and coordinate with estimators and schedulers to support alignment with project budgets and expected delivery dates
- Communicate with internal and external stakeholders to support issue resolution and information flow
- Develop and maintain positive, customer‑focused working relationships with project team members and stakeholders
Benefits
- Accommodation during the application process
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
