Project Coordinator

Government of Alberta; Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer, Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team within a forward-thinking government agency dedicated to enhancing Alberta's infrastructure. As a Project Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in managing capital projects that directly impact the community. Your expertise in communication, leadership, and negotiation will be essential as you collaborate with various stakeholders including school jurisdictions and contractors. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of learning facilities, ensuring they meet the needs of Alberta's population. If you are passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative environment, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills for effective communication with stakeholders.
• 6 years of related experience in project coordination.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project reviews and manage document systems effectively.
• Provide project status updates and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership Skills

Negotiation Skills

Education

Two-year diploma in Engineering or related discipline

Tools

SharePoint

Job description

Job Information
Job Title: Project Coordinator
Job Requisition ID: 65909
Ministry: Infrastructure
Location: Multiple locations across Alberta
Full or Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Temporary and Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: Open Until Suitable Candidate is Found
Classification: Technologies 6
Salary: $2,694.27 to $3,537.86 bi-weekly $70,320 - $92,338/year.

The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported.

Alberta Infrastructure is responsible for leading the development of the provincial Capital Plan, which addresses the provincial infrastructure needs of Alberta’s population that support key social programs and services and economic development.

Reporting to the Project Manager, the Project Coordinator will work closely with client representatives from Alberta Education as well as the school divisions throughout all aspects of the development and implementation of learning facility capital projects and will be critical to the planning, design, construction, building commissioning, and warranty period for each approval capital project. The Project Coordinator position is key in determining which risks are likely to affect project scope, cost and/or schedule and evaluating the likelihood of such risk, including the development of mitigation strategies to ensure that all are managed in alignment with project requirements.

The primary responsibilities for the Project Coordinator include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinating reviews and submittals to in-house resources, bridging consultants, independent advisors, cities and municipalities, and external stakeholders.
• Establishing and maintaining a complex document management system for the project team, both manually and electronically within SharePoint.
• Providing reports and briefings to the Senior Project Manager to update project status, provide cash flow updates and cost information.
• Performing frequent inspections of work area and site documentation to ensure all policies and procedures are being followed and all work is carried out as per quality time and safety regulations/specifications.
• Ensuring as-builts and Operational and Maintenance manuals received from consultants are recorded and entered into project management tracking system.
• Supporting all aspects of furniture/equipment moves including the coordination of contractors and school board owners, if required by the Project Director or Project Manager.

The successful candidate will have:

• Considerable interpersonal skills for clear communication with school jurisdictions, client ministries, consultants, and contractors within a team concept.
• Leadership and negotiation skills.
• Two-year diploma in Engineering or related discipline PLUS 6 years of related experience.

Assets:

• Knowledge of Public-Private Partnerships (P3) procurement in Alberta.
• Knowledge of School Capital Manual and Education Act.
• Knowledge of Disposition of Property Regulation.
• Knowledge of the Closure of Schools Regulation and Charter Schools Regulation.
• Knowledge of Contract Review Committee Mandate and Guidelines for the Acceptance of Bids.
• Knowledge of bidding and construction legislation and practices.
• Familiarity with the Municipal Government Act.
• Familiarity with program requirements for learning facilities.

Notes

Location: Multiple locations across Alberta (Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer, and Lethbridge)
Term of Employment: Multiple positions, Temporary and Permanent
Pre-Employment Checks will be completed to assess the candidate’s suitability for a role. These checks may include (but are not limited to): references, criminal record check, academic verification, etc.

Candidates with lesser qualifications may be considered at a lower classification and salary.

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.
Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/job-application-resources#before for more information.

Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.
We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.