Coordinator, Project

AECON; Vernon; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility construction provider in Vernon, BC is seeking a Project Coordinator to support daily activities on site. The ideal candidate will have 2 to 5 years of experience in the utilities construction industry, effective communication skills, and proficiency in MS Office. This role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure, fostering a culture of inclusion and diversity.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years' experience in utilities construction industry.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Support daily activities of the job site.
• Review contract documents and construction drawings.
• Coordinate and prepare job packages including permits.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Results-driven

Job description

Overview

Faster. Smarter. Safer. This is how Aecon Utilities is committed to delivering projects. Aecon Utilities is ready to become Canada’s #1 utility construction provider and we’re looking for a Project Coordinator to help us get there!

With over four decades of experience serving Western Canada, Pacific Electrical Installations (PEI) provides maintenance, construction, and emergency and live line restoration services for critical electrical infrastructure and is the designated powerline service provider to BC Hydro for the Lower Mainland South and Okanagan regions. PEI works alongside local BC Hydro crews to support transmission and distribution infrastructure including trouble response, maintenance, system improvement, end-of-life asset replacement and customer-driven construction programs.

Reporting to the Senior Project Manager, the Project Coordinator will be responsible for supporting the daily activities of the job site. This position is located in Vernon, BC.

What You\'ll Do Here

• Review contract documents, construction drawings, generate procurement list, RFIs, Change Orders, etc. as necessary.
• Developing an understanding of budgets, cost reports & revenue forecasts at the project level.
• Support superintendent / project manager with scheduling and coordination of site activities.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and internal departments.
• Participate in project close-out process and collect deliverables.
• Track productivity, costs, and progress on projects.
• Coordinate and prepare job packages including locates, permits & materials.
• Maintain an organized data system.
• Apply strong time management and task prioritization skills.
• Assists with the creation and submission of project billing.
• Providing clerical and administrative support and other duties as required.
• Drive an inclusive culture to promote equity, welcome different perspectives, and enable career progression by fostering a sense of belonging.

What You Bring to the Team

• 2 to 5 years’ experience within the utilities construction industry in a project execution role.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to show discretion with confidential and / or personal material.
• Excellent organizational skills in order to handle multiple deadlines and tasks within a high-pressure work environment.
• Professional interaction with all levels of staff within the organization from front line to senior executive. Work with others as a team with a positive attitude.
• Ability to adapt to changing environments and timelines.
• Strong proficiency in MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint etc.).
• Results-driven attitude.
• Be a champion of inclusion and diversity.