Project Administrator

Valard Construction; Port Hawkesbury; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP matching program

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Valard Construction is seeking a detail-oriented Project Administrator based in Port Hawkesbury, NS, to support the planning, execution, and delivery of a large electrical infrastructure project. The role involves maintaining project records, tracking schedules, coordinating communications, and assisting field construction teams on a field-based schedule.

The position requires post-secondary education in a related field and 3 years of project administration experience, with strong MS Office and

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in a related field.
• 3 years of experience in project administration or coordination.
• Previous construction industry experience.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, and Project.
• Experience with document control systems and project filing.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update project schedules, milestone trackers, and execution logs.
• Compile and organize supplier, vendor, and subcontractor data to support procurement and cost tracking.
• Support compliance monitoring by maintaining safety and quality documentation and flagging issues.
• Track and log construction-related issues and actions, following up with relevant parties to ensure timely resolution.
• Assist with project financial tracking including cost coding, invoice processing, and preparation of financial reports.

Skills

Project coordination

Procurement support

Documentation & filing

Financial tracking

Education

Post-secondary education in related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Project

Job description

Our Data Center group is currently looking to add a Project Administrator to our growing team, based in Port Hawkesbury, NS.

Reporting to the Project Manager, we are seeking a detail-oriented Project Administrator to provide administrative and documentation support across the planning, execution, and delivery of a large electrical infrastructure project, including maintaining project records, tracking schedules, coordinating communications, and supporting field construction teams.

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

• Maintain and update project schedules, milestone trackers, and execution logs as directed by the Project Manager

• Compile and organize supplier, vendor, and subcontractor data to support procurement and cost tracking activities

• Support compliance monitoring by maintaining safety and quality documentation and flagging issues to the Project Manager

• Track and log construction-related issues and actions, following up with relevant parties to ensure timely resolution

• Assist with project financial tracking including cost coding, invoice processing, and preparation of financial reports

• Post-Secondary education in a related field

• 3 years of experience in a project administration or coordination role

• Previous construction industry experience

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, and Project

• Experience with document control systems and project filing

Preferred Skills / Qualifications

• Experience supporting Electrical Infrastructure projects
• Experience dealing with Unions (help requests)

This position offers a base salary range of$60,000 – $80,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

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.

Learn more

Visit us at www.valard.com and connect with us on our social media channels for our latest news, employee stories, community activities, and other updates.

• 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.