Infrastructure - Engineering Student
Top Benefits
About the role
The Organization
Winnipeg Airports Authority (WAA) is a community-based, non-share capital corporation that operates, manages, maintains, and invests in the Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport and affiliate businesses. Operating on a multi-site property, WAA is responsible for airport operations, security, facilities, parking, ground transportation and communications.
With an ever-expanding airport campus, WAA is a critical player in the development of one of Canada’s strategic transportation hubs. As a perennial “Top Manitoba Employer”, WAA prides itself as an organization that attracts engaged employees with the right skills, in the right place, and at the right time. http://www.waa.ca
Engineering Student
**Managed by:**Director, Airport Planning & Infrastructure
**Supervised by:**Project Managers
**Term Position:**May – October 2026
Salary:$25.00 per hour
**Closing Date:**March 26, 2026
The Opportunity
Managed by the Director, Airport Planning & Infrastructure and supervised by Project Managers, the Engineering Student will work closely with WAA’s Infrastructure department in planning, design and construction management of airport infrastructure and related tenant development projects. This position will work on a variety of civil construction projects including supporting with field duties, site inspections, project filing and survey support work.
Responsibilities include:
- Assist with site inspections, construction site layout, quantity measurements, and a variety of related administrative duties
- Perform field survey, inspection, and design tasks, under direction of project manager
- Monitor and record construction progress, and assist in quality assurance inspections
- Collect and process survey data with total station and GPS to provide design grade calculations, record in-progress construction work, and complete survey verification of existing airport infrastructure
- Provide preliminary design and drafting of civil infrastructure in AutoCAD Civil 3D
Selection Criteria Include:
- Minimum 1st year Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology Student (Civil, Municipal or Geomatics)
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Windows 11 and Office 365 applications
- Ability to work in a team environment, as well as individually
- Proven multi-tasking and organizational skills
- Class 5 driver’s license
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Experience with AutoCAD and surveying software would be considered an asset
- Experience with total station surveying and GPS would be considered an asset
Work with us!
- Competitive salary
- Supported Training & Development opportunities
- Opportunity to work with a high functioning team of professionals working on a diversified portfolio ; and
- Proud to be named one of Manitoba’s Top Employers annually since 2011
Condition of employment is the ability to obtain and maintain an Airport Restricted Area Identification Card.
Winnipeg Airports Authority is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility. We encourage all qualified applicants experiencing barriers to equity to self-identify in their application.
Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.
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About Winnipeg Airports Authority
Winnipeg Airports Authority serves the community by leading transportation innovation and growth. As a non-share capital corporation, all net revenue is reinvested back into delivering on our mission of providing excellent airport services and facilities in a fiscally prudent manner. WAA is responsible for the operation of Winnipeg Richardson International Airport, which supports over 18,500 jobs in the community and generates $4.3 billion in economic impact. We're proud to be recognized as one of Manitoba's Top Employers for 2021 - the tenth year in a row.
L'Autorité aéroportuaire de Winnipeg sert la communauté en menant l'innovation et la croissance en matière de transport. En tant que société sans capital-actions, tous les revenus nets sont réinvestis dans la réalisation de notre mission, qui consiste à fournir d'excellents services et installations aéroportuaires d'une manière prudente sur le plan financier. L'Autorité aéroportuaire de Winnipeg est responsable de l'exploitation de l'aéroport international Richardson de Winnipeg, qui soutient plus de 18 500 emplois dans la communauté et génère 4,3 milliards de dollars en retombées économiques. Nous sommes fiers d'être reconnus comme l'un des meilleurs employeurs du Manitoba en 2021 - la dixième année consécutive.
Email | courriel : info@waa.ca
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Infrastructure - Engineering Student
Top Benefits
About the role
The Organization
Winnipeg Airports Authority (WAA) is a community-based, non-share capital corporation that operates, manages, maintains, and invests in the Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport and affiliate businesses. Operating on a multi-site property, WAA is responsible for airport operations, security, facilities, parking, ground transportation and communications.
With an ever-expanding airport campus, WAA is a critical player in the development of one of Canada’s strategic transportation hubs. As a perennial “Top Manitoba Employer”, WAA prides itself as an organization that attracts engaged employees with the right skills, in the right place, and at the right time. http://www.waa.ca
Engineering Student
**Managed by:**Director, Airport Planning & Infrastructure
**Supervised by:**Project Managers
**Term Position:**May – October 2026
Salary:$25.00 per hour
**Closing Date:**March 26, 2026
The Opportunity
Managed by the Director, Airport Planning & Infrastructure and supervised by Project Managers, the Engineering Student will work closely with WAA’s Infrastructure department in planning, design and construction management of airport infrastructure and related tenant development projects. This position will work on a variety of civil construction projects including supporting with field duties, site inspections, project filing and survey support work.
Responsibilities include:
- Assist with site inspections, construction site layout, quantity measurements, and a variety of related administrative duties
- Perform field survey, inspection, and design tasks, under direction of project manager
- Monitor and record construction progress, and assist in quality assurance inspections
- Collect and process survey data with total station and GPS to provide design grade calculations, record in-progress construction work, and complete survey verification of existing airport infrastructure
- Provide preliminary design and drafting of civil infrastructure in AutoCAD Civil 3D
Selection Criteria Include:
- Minimum 1st year Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology Student (Civil, Municipal or Geomatics)
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Windows 11 and Office 365 applications
- Ability to work in a team environment, as well as individually
- Proven multi-tasking and organizational skills
- Class 5 driver’s license
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Experience with AutoCAD and surveying software would be considered an asset
- Experience with total station surveying and GPS would be considered an asset
Work with us!
- Competitive salary
- Supported Training & Development opportunities
- Opportunity to work with a high functioning team of professionals working on a diversified portfolio ; and
- Proud to be named one of Manitoba’s Top Employers annually since 2011
Condition of employment is the ability to obtain and maintain an Airport Restricted Area Identification Card.
Winnipeg Airports Authority is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility. We encourage all qualified applicants experiencing barriers to equity to self-identify in their application.
Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.
Not the right fit? Search for Infrastructure jobs in Winnipeg, MB
About Winnipeg Airports Authority
Winnipeg Airports Authority serves the community by leading transportation innovation and growth. As a non-share capital corporation, all net revenue is reinvested back into delivering on our mission of providing excellent airport services and facilities in a fiscally prudent manner. WAA is responsible for the operation of Winnipeg Richardson International Airport, which supports over 18,500 jobs in the community and generates $4.3 billion in economic impact. We're proud to be recognized as one of Manitoba's Top Employers for 2021 - the tenth year in a row.
L'Autorité aéroportuaire de Winnipeg sert la communauté en menant l'innovation et la croissance en matière de transport. En tant que société sans capital-actions, tous les revenus nets sont réinvestis dans la réalisation de notre mission, qui consiste à fournir d'excellents services et installations aéroportuaires d'une manière prudente sur le plan financier. L'Autorité aéroportuaire de Winnipeg est responsable de l'exploitation de l'aéroport international Richardson de Winnipeg, qui soutient plus de 18 500 emplois dans la communauté et génère 4,3 milliards de dollars en retombées économiques. Nous sommes fiers d'être reconnus comme l'un des meilleurs employeurs du Manitoba en 2021 - la dixième année consécutive.
Email | courriel : info@waa.ca