Material Logistics & Yard Coordinator

Valard Group of Companies; Port Hawkesbury; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP matching

6-on/1-off shift

Job summary

Valard Construction is seeking a Field-based Material Logistics & Yard Coordinator in Port Hawkesbury, NS. You will manage yard operations, material deliveries, tool and PPE distribution, and equipment maintenance for an active data center site.

The role starts as an individual contributor with potential to lead a small yard team as project volume grows. Must have forklift experience, inventory skills, and strong organizational abilities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years in warehouse/yard/materials management in construction or industrial setting.
• Experience with inventory systems and material tracking.
• Ability to operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate receiving of incoming material deliveries and verify against packing slips and POs.
• Organize laydown yard operations: staging, storage, inventory tracking to support schedule.
• Manage tools, small equipment, and PPE distribution and maintenance records.
• Schedule and coordinate equipment maintenance with Fleet and mechanics to minimize downtime.
• Maintain accurate yard records: material logs, tool tracking, and equipment status reports.
• Support site logistics: material staging for upcoming work fronts and delivery timing.
• Maintain safe, organized yard compliant with safety policies; lead yard helpers as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory management

Organizational skills

Communication

Safety compliance

Team coordination

Education

High School Diploma

Post-Secondary in related field

Tools

ToolWatch

Fleet management software

Job description

Our Data Center group is currently looking to add a Material Logistics & Yard Coordinator to our growing team, based in Port Hawkesbury, NS.

Reporting to the Construction Manager, we are seeking an organized and hands-on professional to manage all aspects of yard operations including material delivery, laydown, tools and PPE, and equipment maintenance in support of an active data center construction site. This role starts as an individual contributor with the potential to grow into a small team lead position as project needs ramp up.

Please Note: this is a field-based position working a shift of 6 days on / 1 day off, with 10 hour days.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee receiving of incoming material deliveries, verifying quantities and condition against packing slips and purchase orders
• Organize and manage laydown yard operations including material staging, storage, and inventory tracking to support construction schedule requirements
• Manage inventory and distribution of tools, small equipment, and PPE, ensuring items are tracked, maintained, and readily available to field crews
• Coordinate equipment maintenance and servicing schedules, liaising with Fleet and mechanics as required to minimize downtime
• Maintain organized and accurate yard records including material logs, tool tracking, and equipment status reports
• Support site logistics coordination including material staging for upcoming work fronts and coordination with site supervision on delivery timing
• Ensure the yard is maintained in a safe, organized, and compliant manner in accordance with Valard's safety policies and procedures
• As project volume increases, provide direction and oversight to yard helper(s) supporting daily yard operations

• High School Diploma
• 3+ years of experience in a warehouse, yard, or materials management role within a construction or industrial environment
  • an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be considered
• Experience with inventory management systems and material tracking processes
• Ability to operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment
• Valid driver's license

Preferred Skills / Qualifications

• Post-Secondary education in a related field
• Experience on data center, critical facilities, or large industrial construction projects
• Familiarity with tool and equipment tracking software such as ToolWatch or equivalent
• Forklift certification
• Previous experience supervising or training junior staff

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that incorporates a complete range of employee benefits, including an RRSP matching program, to ensure you have the tools necessary to manage, maintain, and improve your health and wellbeing.

About our Business

Valard Construction is Canada’s premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere. We are also part of QuantaServices, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.

Valard Construction is an equal opportunity employer.

* Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level.

* Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

* Valard Construction is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process.

* We do not use automated tools to screen applications. All hiring decisions involve human review. This job posting is for an existing vacancy.