Architectural Design Coordinator Co-op

Ferrovial Construction Canada Inc. and VINCI Construction Grands Projects are undertaking the design, build, and finance the Ontario Line Southern Civil, Stations, and Tunnel (South Civil) package.

As Ontario Transit Group, we are now mobilizing our design and construction crews, with major works. The South Civil contract is anticipated to be completed in 2030.

The project will strengthen Ontario's economy by supporting an estimated 1,500 jobs at the peak of construction.

What is the project?

• A six-kilometer tunnel and associated tunnelling works from Exhibition to Don Yard portal (west of the Don River).
• Stations:
  • One above-ground station to be integrated with the existing GO Transit Exhibition Station.
  • Two underground stations to be integrated with the existing TTC Osgoode and Queen subway stations.
  • Four new underground stations (King/Bathurst, Queen/Spadina, Moss Park, Corktown).

The benefits to Ontario

Faster, more frequent, and reliable access to rapid transit with more than 227,500 people will live within a 10-minute walk of an Ontario Line station.

• Improve the quality of life for commuters by reducing daily travel time.
• Reduce crowding on the existing Line 1 (Yonge-University) subway.
• Up to 57,000 more jobs accessible by transit (in 45 minutes or less) for Toronto residents.
• Economic and community growth along the future transit line and thousands of job opportunities annually during construction.
• Reduction in traffic congestion, greenhouse gases, and fuel consumption by providing an alternative transportation option.

Please note this is a co-op role that is estimated to start in May 2026 for a twelve-to-sixteen-month term.

The salary range for this position is $50,000 - $55,000.

• Support and development in Architecture Discipline along the whole Design and Construction Phase.
• Prepare quantity takeoffs from design drawings, using excels and Autocad.
• Assisting with work breakdown structures for planning and schedule.
• Assist the architectural design and construction teams when help is needed.
• Assisting in the preparation of requests for proposals (RFPs), estimate and other technical documents. And prepare the comparison tables for selection of contractors.
• Participate and assisting the construction manager and design team in meetings with contractors and designers.
• Assisting in communications with the large group of contractors, with requests for informations (RFIs), estimates and other technical documents when necessary.
• Participating in the budget assessment after selection of contractors, and reception of quotes.
• Assisting with numerous administrative duties as required.

• Currently enrolled in relevant program, such as Civil Engineering/ Architectural Science/ Construction Management.
• Capable of reading and understanding construction drawings and documents.
• Sound computer skills – office 365.
• Excellent knowledge of MS Excel, MS Word, and AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of ACC is an asset.
• Strong communication skills – oral and written.
• Self-motivated with good organizational skills.
• Ability to work with others as a team.
• Good initiative, attention to details.

We Offer:

• Competitive Salary

Why OTG?

Welcome to Ontario Transit Group (OTG), located in the heart of Downtown Toronto, where diversity and passion collide. As we work on the groundbreaking Ontario Line project, we prioritize fostering a positive culture. Join us and be part of a team that celebrates our employees, organizes family events, and promotes health and wellness initiatives. Our commitment to personal and professional growth means annual performance reviews, salary increases, comprehensive health benefits, generous RRSP matching, industry education support, and career development opportunities.

At OTG, we embrace diversity, recognizing that it strengthens us as a team and as a company. We are an equal-opportunity employer, encouraging applications from all interested candidates. We value Indigenous people, racialized people, neurodivergent people, people with disabilities, and individuals from gender and sexually diverse communities with intersectional identities. OTG is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment. If you require accommodation during the selection process, please contact (email protected).

OTG uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the applicant screening process. However, applications will also be reviewed by a member of our Recruitment team to ensure a fair and thorough assessment.

If you're ready to be part of our dynamic team in one of the world's most diverse cities, don't wait any longer—apply now

While we appreciate your interest, only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews. Please note that we do not accept agency submissions.