Material Logistics & Yard Coordinator

Valard Construction; Port Hawkesbury; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP matching

Job summary

Valard Construction is seeking a Material Logistics & Yard Coordinator to manage yard operations on a busy data centre construction site in Port Hawkesbury, NS. Reporting to the Construction Manager, you will oversee material deliveries, laydown, tools, PPE, and fleet reliability.

This field-based role requires hands-on organisation, safe equipment operation, and coordinating with field crews and site supervision.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• 3+ years of experience in a warehouse, yard, or materials management role within construction/industrial environments
• Experience with inventory management systems and material tracking processes
• Ability to operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely
• Valid driver’s licence

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee receiving of incoming material deliveries, verifying quantities and condition
• Organise and manage laydown yard operations including material staging and inventory tracking
• Manage inventory and distribution of tools, equipment, and PPE
• Coordinate equipment maintenance and servicing schedules with Fleet and mechanics
• Maintain yard records including material logs and equipment status reports
• Support site logistics coordination and delivery timing with site supervision
• Ensure yard safety and compliance with Valard policies
• As volume grows, provide direction to yard helpers

Skills

Organizational skills

Forklift operation

Inventory management

Multi-tasking / prioritization

Valid driver’s licence

Education

High School Diploma

Post-secondary education in related field

Tools

ToolWatch / equipment tracking software

Job description

Our Infrastructure 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 centre 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
• Organise 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 minimise downtime
• Maintain organised 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, organised, 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 organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment
• Valid driver's licence

Preferred Skills / Qualifications

• Post-Secondary education in a related field
• Experience on data centre, 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 programme, 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.

Learn more

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

* Applicants must have legal authorisation 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, colour, 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.