Design coordinator

Pomerleau; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP matching up to 5%

Hybrid work model

Employee stock ownership program

Career growth opportunities

Transit pass reimbursement

Vacation from day one

Job summary

Pomerleau, a national leader in construction in Canada, is seeking a Design Coordinator to manage design packages on large-scale projects and oversee complex design efforts.

You will coordinate architects, engineers, and consultants, ensure deliverables meet schedules, and apply BIM/VDC practices to drive constructability and value.

This hybrid role offers growth opportunities and is embedded in a culture that values collaboration and excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, or related field.
• Member of a recognized professional order (OIQ, OAQ, etc.).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a design development role or related position.
• Strong knowledge of BIM/VDC methodologies.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Responsibilities

• Review client documents during proposal phase and project execution.
• Coordinate architects, engineers, and consultants through design development.
• Ensure deliverables align with objectives and schedules.
• Manage technical questions and responses from design teams.
• Manage technical documentation and reviews using a document management system.
• Distribute drawings to estimating, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Optimize design for schedule and cost with constructability input.
• Participate in design review meetings and follow up on issues.
• Ensure BIM modeling is properly implemented and coordinated with stakeholders.

Skills

BIM/VDC

Design coordination

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or architecture

Tools

BIM software

Job description

Ready to build your career? We want to hear from you.

During the proposal and execution phases of projects delivered under alternative delivery methods, the Design Coordinator manages design packages within a large-scale project or oversees the entire design of a project of particular size and technical complexity, depending on their expertise.

What you will do

• Review and become familiar with the documents provided by the client during the proposal phase and/or project documents during execution (design-build contract, agreements with consultants, client technical specifications, etc.);
• Coordinate the professionals involved (architects, engineers, and specialized consultants) throughout the design development;
• Ensure that deliverables are produced in line with established objectives and schedules;
• Manage technical questions and responses received from design teams;
• Manage technical documentation and reviews using a document management system;
• Distribute drawings and relevant technical information to the estimating department, as well as to suppliers and subcontractors involved in the project;
• Optimize the design (alternative analyses, value engineering, etc.) by considering schedule and cost impacts, while ensuring constructability in collaboration with the construction team;
• Participate in design review meetings with all relevant stakeholders, prepare meeting minutes if required, and follow up on outstanding issues;
• Ensure that the selected modeling approach (BIM) is properly implemented and utilized in coordination with all relevant stakeholders;
• Monitor client requirements by coordinating across different disciplines;
• Collaborate with the construction team on the review of RFIs, shop drawings, and site instructions.

This role could be for you if you have

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or a related field;
• Member of a recognized professional order (OIQ, OAQ, etc.);
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a design development role or a related position;
• Demonstrated initiative, innovation, and rigor;
• Strong knowledge of BIM/VDC (Virtual Design and Construction) methodologies;
• Excellent analytical and synthesis skills, sound judgment, and strong communication abilities;
• Ability to collaborate effectively with all members of a project team;
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with the ability to manage stress effectively;

• RRSP with up to 5% employer matching
• Hybrid work model for corporate roles
• Employee stock ownership program
• Career growth through real development opportunities
• Transit pass reimbursement — get to work for free
• Minimum 4 weeks of vacation from day oneFor the past six years, we've proudly held the distinction of being one of Canada's Top 100 Employers.

Pomerleau is a national leader in construction, delivering major projects across Canada. We believe in creating a workplace where people feel respected, supported, and empowered to grow. Our culture is built on collaboration, trust, and a shared commitment to doing great work.