Project Accounting Co-op (Winter 2027)

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

At HDR, our employee‑ownership model shapes everything we do, including how we support and care for our people. Our diverse service lines, including Water, Architecture, Building Engineering Services, Field Services, Power, Waste, Industrial, and Transportation reflect our commitment to shaping resilient, sustainable, and forward‑thinking communities around the world. Across these disciplines, our teams design and deliver solutions that safeguard public health, enhance quality of life, power innovation, and drive responsible growth.

Whether advancing clean water, creating healing and learning environments, engineering next‑generation facilities, or building the infrastructure that moves people and energy, our work is rooted in technical excellence and a shared sense of purpose. Our employee‑owners collaborate across specialties, combining creativity, precision, and deep expertise to solve the most complex challenges facing our clients and communities.

In the role of Project Accounting Co-op, we'll count on you to:

Offer real-world experience on exciting projects

Connect with recent graduates and our company leaders through mentoring and young professionals programs

Perform assignments under the direct supervision of your Department Manager, Section Manager or other professionals

Assist with variety of project accounting-related duties, such as, but not limited to, the following:

Review of delivery project expenditures and supporting documentation cross-check

Review and transfer of labour costs

Delivery project set-ups and maintenance

Review and update of forecast information (i.e., pipelines)

Review and update of project task end dates and chargeability

Subconsultant PO reconciliations and closeout confirmations

Subconsultant invoice processing and work confirmations

Invoice drafts for Project Managers’ review and feedback

Effective system-billing set-ups

Review and update of billing rates and titles on system-billed invoices

Follow-up with Project Accounting team and Project Managers on action items, including overdue reforecasting and project closeouts

Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

2 years completed toward business/ finance/ accounting degree with 3.0+ GPA

Demonstrated knowledge of software packages related to field of study/industry

Required Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business, or related field.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

At HDR, the health and safety of our employees is of the upmost importance. In accordance with local safety, health, and environmental legislation, HDR is committed to developing, maintaining, and enforcing proactive safe work policies, procedures, and standards.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and other applicable legislation, we are committed to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities. Candidates with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process by contacting our Human Resources team.

HDR is a certified Living Wage Employer in Ontario, British Columbia, and Alberta.

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.