Construction Project Coordinator — Path to PM

K2 Stone; Nanaimo, Victoria; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental Plan

Extended Health Benefits

Group Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Weekly Disability Benefits

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Telus Health Virtual Care

Job summary

The Hazelwood Group is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support estimating, planning, and project delivery across underground utilities, road construction, and hydroelectric projects. You’ll help manage tender to close-out, ensuring safety, on-time delivery, and budget adherence.

Role involves collaborating with Project Managers and Estimators, developing schedules, reviewing costs, and coordinating subcontractors and materials. A strong detail orientation and team focus are essential.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in construction, engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• A proactive, team-oriented mindset.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain construction schedules with Project Managers.
• Review estimates and help lead project kick-off meetings.
• Track daily costs using Heavy Job and Explorer software.
• Review and verify daily timesheets.
• Coordinate materials, subcontractors, workforce, and equipment.
• Support contract negotiations with clients.
• Negotiate with subcontractors and suppliers; prepare purchase orders.
• Prepare and price change orders (client and subcontractor).
• Assist with cost and delay claims.
• Prepare and submit progress draws.
• Review and approve subcontractor/supplier invoices.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Time-management

Written and verbal communication

Education

Post-secondary education in construction/engineering

Tools

Heavy Job

Explorer

Job description

The Hazelwood Group is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support estimating, planning, and project delivery across underground utilities, road construction, and hydroelectric projects. You’ll help manage tender to close-out, ensuring safety, on-time delivery, and budget adherence.

Role involves collaborating with Project Managers and Estimators, developing schedules, reviewing costs, and coordinating subcontractors and materials. A strong detail orientation and team focus are essential.