Project Coordinator

Dexter Construction Company Limited; Bedford; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Dexter Construction Company Limited in Nova Scotia is seeking a Project Coordinator to assist in planning, executing, and delivering company projects on time and within budget. You will define requirements, gather resources, and support the project team while ensuring safety and quality.

This role involves on-site field tasks, testing of anchors and piles, coordination with consultants, and collaboration with site leaders.

Qualifications

• University degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management preferred.
• Drone pilot experience is an asset.
• 3-D printing experience is an asset.
• Experience in drilling or heavy civil construction would be an asset.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License.
• Ability to travel within the Maritimes to support various projects.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare schedules and hand off for awarded work, assist subcontractor management and meetings.
• Physically complete anchor, pile and other forms of load testing in field.
• Coordinate testing of anchors, piles with consultants and manage testing inventories/equipment.
• Aid in planning of all project timelines, milestones, and requirements using the appropriate software tools.
• Communicate to and support drilling superintendents and foreman as required.
• Coordinate project life cycle, from initial planning through completion.
• Assist in day-to-day tasks both in the office and in the field.
• Actively participate in required safety deliverables and promote a positive safety culture.
• Support implementation of process improvement initiatives.
• Appropriately track project progress and costs to stay within budget.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Job description

Job Summary:

The Project Coordinator will assist in the planning, executing, and delivery of Company projects on time, within budget, and in accordance with specifications. The Project Coordinator will help define project requirements and scope, acquire project resources, and support the efforts of project team members. Efficient delivery of project requirements, effective quality control, clear communication of expectations to stakeholders and upward reporting to senior management are critical tasks that must be performed. In addition to office-based tasks the project coordinator will be required to support field operations on site such as physical testing of anchors, piles and other products of productions.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare schedules and job hand off for awarded work, assist with subcontractor management, site meetings, scheduling etc.;
• Physically complete anchor, pile and other forms of load testing/measurements in field;
• Coordinate testing of anchors, piles etc. with consultants and manage testing inventories/equipment to ensure they are maintained and available as required;
• Aid in planning of all project timelines, milestones, and requirements using the appropriate software tools and/or methods;
• Communicate to and support drilling superintendents and foreman as required.
• Coordinate project life cycle, from the initial planning, bidding, operations, up to project
• completion;
• Assist in day-to-day tasks both in the office and in the field
• Actively participate in required safety deliverables and promote a positive safety culture
• Support implementation of process improvement initiatives
• Appropriately track project progress, and track all project costs to ensure completion within budget;
• Read blueprints in order to estimate project cost effectively;
• Liaise with subcontractors and trades on various estimates towards the construction project;
• Communicate and collaborate with departmental leaders to stay abreast of construction needs, budgeting, and evaluation of possible bids;
• Any other duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, and Experience:

• University degree in Civil Engineering or other Construction Management program is preferred;
• Small drone pilot and flying experience considered and asset.
• Experience with 3-D printing considered and asset.
• Experience in Drilling or Heavy Civil Construction would be considered an asset.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License
• Ability to work as part of a construction team;
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills;
• Professional attitude, punctual, assertive and personable;
• High level of sound and independent judgment and reasoning;
• Ability to respond in pressure situations with a calm demeanor and high sense of urgency
• Ability to travel throughout the Maritimes to support various projects.
• Utilizes strong organizational and planning skills;
• Strong computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Project, Outlook).

Working Conditions:

The Project Coordinator may be required to work long office hours and use a computer. Field work and company site visits will frequently be required, and will require the use of minimum PPE (Hardhat, Steel Toe Boots, reflective vest, etc.). Other PPE might also be necessary and will be driven by the environment of the work sites (specialized PPE, Gas monitors, Fall Arrest and Breathing Apparatus). Other travel on behalf of the company may be necessary to represent the Company or Project.

A comprehensive pension and benefits package are offered with this position along with opportunities for advancement and training and development.

We are an equal opportunity employer that encourages all interested candidates to submit a detailed resume.