Remote Project Assistant Jobs in Calgary, AB (NOW HIRING)

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You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.
We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.
With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and sciencebased expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.
We are pathfinders and impact makers.
We are Visioneers.
We are WSP.

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The Opportunity

Build the Future with Us

Kick-start your career in Building Sciences with a Fall co-op placement on a team that helps buildings perform better-today and for decades to come. Based in Calgary or Edmonton, you'll get real, resumebuilding experience alongside specialists who investigate building envelope issues, improve durability, and help clients protect what matters.

This is a great fit if you're an engineering or technical college student who likes solving practical problems, wants time in the field and the office, and is excited to learn how building performance comes together in real projects.

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Your Impact

• Learn hands-on by supporting building condition assessments, site investigations, and field reviews.
• Collect and organize photos, notes, and measurements that help diagnose building envelope challenges.
• Assist with analysis related to moisture, air leakage, and thermal performance concerns.
• Contribute to clear reporting by helping prepare drafts, summaries, and technical documentation.
• Collaborate daily with engineers, technologists, and senior specialists-asking questions and growing your skills fast.
• Build your toolset by working with common industry software and processes used on live projects.
• Follow safe work practices and quality standards while learning how professional consulting teams deliver results.

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The Skills That Set You Apart

• Currently enrolled in an engineering or related technical/technology program (e.g., Engineering, Architectural Technology, Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Engineering Technology, Building Science, or similar).

• Comfortable with a mix of office and fieldwork, including travelling to project sites. Fieldwork may involve hands-on tasks (including working at heights) and working in a range of environments such as remote locations and varying weather conditions (within safe and reasonable limits).

• Strong attention to detail-able to capture accurate site observations and organize information well.
• Interest in building envelopes, materials, construction methods, and how buildings behave over time.
• Confident communicator (written and verbal) with a willingness to learn and take feedback.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office; exposure to AutoCAD/Revit is an asset.
• A curious, proactive mindset-you enjoy figuring things out and asking smart questions.

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Why Choose WSP?

Why Choose WSP? We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.
Proudly Canadian - we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
A global community of brilliant minds - your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it's across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition - because your growth drives ours.
Flexible work, real balance - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

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Compensation:

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $22.00 - $32.25
MB & ON: $20.50 - $30.25
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $19.50 - $30.25

Disclosure:
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

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Ready to Shape the Future?

Apply today and turn your Fall co-op into real project experience-plus mentors, skills, and a portfolio you'll be proud to talk about in interviews.

At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.
It's why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what's possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.
As one of the world's leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.
At WSP, you'll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.
Join us.
Please Note:
Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here.
Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).
WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here.