Civil Project Coordinator – Mining and Heavy Infrastructure

GHD; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD is seeking a Civil Project Coordinator for mining and heavy infrastructure projects in Bedford, NS. You will support the Project Manager, coordinate design and field teams, and track schedules and budgets. 3–8 years of civil engineering experience in mining or heavy industry is preferred.

The role requires strong organization, communication, and proficiency with Excel and scheduling tools. Flexibility to work both in office and field environments is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• 3–8 years of experience in civil engineering projects, preferably in mining or heavy infrastructure.
• Experience on roads, earthworks, drainage, culverts, or water management systems.
• Strong understanding of project delivery processes (design, procurement, and construction).
• Proven ability to coordinate between multiple stakeholders (design teams, contractors, clients).
• Familiarity with construction practices and field execution in mining or infrastructure.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to track and manage project data (schedules, action items, RFIs, deliverables).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Excel, scheduling software, and document control systems.

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager in day-to-day execution of mining-related projects.
• Act as the coordination link between design teams, field/construction teams, and the Project Manager.
• Track project schedules, deliverables, and milestones to keep work on track.
• Maintain and update action item logs, decision trackers, and progress reports for the PM.
• Coordinate with internal discipline teams to ensure timely delivery.
• Review drawings, specifications, and technical documents for completeness and constructability.
• Support construction activities by responding to RFIs and resolving site issues.
• Monitor field progress and identify risks or delays; elevate issues to PM.
• Attend coordination meetings and document minutes with follow-up actions.
• Assist with contractor coordination including submittals and work plans.
• Ensure alignment between design and field execution through site communication.
• Track project costs, quantities, and progress metrics for reporting.
• Support change management and documentation of scope changes.
• Maintain organized project documentation and approvals.
• Promote safety, quality, and compliance with project requirements.

Skills

Civil engineering

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

Schedule tracking

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Excel

Scheduling software

Document control systems

Job description

Job Description

Civil Project Coordinator - Mining and Heavy Infrastructure

There's no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we're committed to helping you do exactly that.

Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in.

Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, auditors, planners and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it.

We're looking for a civil engineer who will be working on our mining and heavy industry projects in our office in Bedford, NS. If you have 3 to 8 years of engineering experience we would like to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager in day-to-day execution of mining-related projects
• Act as the coordination link between design teams, field/construction teams, and the Project Manager
• Track project schedules, deliverables, and key milestones to ensure work stays on track
• Maintain and regularly update action item logs, decision trackers, and progress reports for the PM
• Coordinate and follow up with internal discipline teams (environment, civil, geotechnical, hydrology, etc.) to ensure timely delivery
• Assist in reviewing drawings, specifications, and technical documents for completeness and constructability
• Support construction activities by responding to RFIs, facilitating information flow, and resolving day-to-day site issues
• Monitor field progress and identify potential risks or delays; elevate issues early to the Project Manager
• Attend coordination meetings (internal and external), document meeting minutes, and track follow-up actions
• Assist with contractor coordination, including reviewing submittals, schedules, and work plans
• Ensure alignment between design intent and field execution through regular communication with site teams
• Track project costs, quantities, and progress metrics to support budget and reporting requirements
• Support change management processes, including identifying scope changes and assisting with documentation
• Maintain organized project documentation, including drawings, correspondence, and approvals
• Promote safety, quality, and compliance with project requirements and standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• 3-8 years of experience in civil engineering projects, preferably in mining or heavy infrastructure
• Experience working on projects involving roads, earthworks, drainage, culverts, or water management systems
• Strong understanding of project delivery processes (design, procurement, and construction phases)
• Proven ability to coordinate between multiple stakeholders (design teams, contractors, and clients)
• Familiarity with construction practices and field execution in a mining or infrastructure environment
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to track and manage project data (schedules, action items, RFIs, deliverables)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with common project tools (e.g., Excel, scheduling software, document control systems)
• Willingness to spend time in both office and field environments as required
• EIT or P.Eng. designation (or working toward it) is considered an asset
• Practical, problem-solving mindset with a strong focus on execution and follow-through

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As a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workplace. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation to candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.