Civil Engineering Student-Summer 2026

Gulf Operators Ltd.

The Role

Overview

Civil engineering co‑op supporting construction projects at Gulf Operators

Key Responsibilities

  • reporting
  • field ops
  • safety qa
  • innovation
  • coordination
  • collaboration

Tasks

-Documentation and Reporting – Prepare reports, assist in tracking project progress, and ensure accurate documentation of field activities, change orders, and project milestones. -Assist in Field Operations – Participate in on-site inspections, material handling, and environmental assessments, ensuring safety and quality standards are met. -Safety and Quality Control – Help monitor and enforce safety procedures and quality control measures, making sure all work adheres to Gulf Operators' high standards. -Support Innovation – Contribute to the implementation of innovative construction techniques and technologies, such as digital modeling or GPS-controlled equipment. -Project Coordination – Help coordinate schedules, resources, and communications between various project stakeholders to ensure tasks are completed on time and on budget. -Collaborate with Project Teams – Work closely with project managers, site supervisors, and field engineers to support the planning, execution, and monitoring of projects, such as wind farms, marine terminals, and road construction.

Requirements

  • field ops
  • multi‑tasking
  • adaptability
  • detail
  • organization
  • civil engineering

What You Bring

-Hands-on experience in field operations. -Ability to multi-task and adapt to changing priorities. -Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. -Currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering program.

Benefits

-Professional networking opportunities to help you build connections across the business. -Exposure to top leaders within our division and other J.D. Irving, Limited companies. -Development opportunities to prepare you for leadership roles in the future.

The Company

About Gulf Operators Ltd.

-Over decades it evolved into a trusted contractor for industrial, government and commercial infrastructure projects. -Typical projects include refinery infrastructure, marine terminals, rail‑line construction, wind and renewable energy support, landfills, dams, lagoons, and road works. -Operates a self‑maintained fleet, mobile repair and lube services with diagnostic analytics, and blast/paint facilities to ensure uptime and quality. -Its approach emphasizes tailored, value‑for‑money solutions delivered safely, on time, to spec, with clear communication. -Part of J.D. Irving’s Construction & Equipment Division, leveraging shared resources across related companies. -Despite being regionally focused, its civil‑construction capabilities span diverse sectors and complex infrastructure types.

Sector Specialisms

Infrastructure

Energy

Industrial

Marine

Transport

Utilities

Renewable Energy

Municipal

Government