Coordinator - Project

WESCO; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Wesco is seeking a Project Coordinator in Burnaby, Canada to organize project activities and provide administrative and logistical support. The role involves coordinating teams, tracking progress, and preparing deliverables within established procedures.

You will work independently yet collaborate with project stakeholders to keep initiatives on schedule. Qualifications include an Associates’ Degree (Bachelor’s preferred) and 1 year of PM experience.

Qualifications

• Associates’ Degree required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• 1 year direct work in project management capacity is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Adept at prioritizing and executing tasks.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, participate, and manage project management documentation.
• Maintain action item tracking to ensure reply and action.
• Assist with development, planning, and execution of meeting agendas and distribute materials.
• Monitor project execution to ensure timely contribution by team members.
• Identify bottlenecks and work with management to resolve issues.
• Prepare progress reports.
• Liaise with personnel and managers during project activities.
• Perform incidental project management tasks including planning, research, and implementation of deliverables.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

Associates’ Degree

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Job description

As a Project Coordinator, you will be responsible for coordinating project activities to ensure the project is on schedule. You will provide administrative and logistical support including meeting arrangement, progress tracking, and documentation. You will work independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function.

Responsibilities

• Support projects team by coordinating, participating, and managing project management documentation.
• Maintain action item tracking to ensure reply and action.
• Assist with development, planning, and execution of meeting agendas and distributes materials.
• Monitor project execution aspects to ensure timely contribution by team members.
• Assist with identifying potential bottlenecks in processes and works with management team members to resolve issues.
• Prepares progress reports.
• Liaises with personnel and managers when performing project activities.
• Performs incidental project management including planning, research, analysis and implementation of deliverables and action items.
• Acts as a team lead on small projects.

Qualifications

• Associates’ Degree required; Bachelors’ Degree preferred
• 1 year required, 2 years preferred of direct work in project management capacity
• Interpersonal, conflict management, and negotiation skills
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze workflow/processes
• Adept at conducting research into project-related issues
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong computer skills

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At Wesco, we build, connect, power and protect the world. As a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions, we create a world that you can depend on.

Our Company’s greatest asset is our people. Wesco is committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. We promote a culture that is grounded in teamwork and respect. With a workforce of over 20,000 people worldwide, we embrace the unique perspectives each person brings. Through comprehensive benefits (https://www.wesco.com/us/en/our-company/careers/work-at-wesco.html#benefits) and active community engagement, we create an environment where every team member has the opportunity to thrive.

Founded in 1922 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Wesco is a publicly traded (NYSE: WCC) FORTUNE 500® company.

Wesco International, Inc., including its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Wesco”) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. US applicants only, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Los Angeles Unincorporated County Candidates Only: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

This posting is for a current, active vacancy intended for immediate hire.