Project Coordinator

Chandos Construction; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A top construction firm in Calgary seeks a Project Coordinator to manage project documentation and ensure compliance with construction codes. Candidates should have 2-5 years of experience and a technical diploma in a related field. This role offers competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive wages and annual salary reviews

Comprehensive, employer-paid benefits

RRSP matching program

Educational assistance

Opportunities for leadership conferences

Regular company engagement events

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience as a Project Coordinator.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools.
• Able to read blueprints, schematics, and field drawings.

Responsibilities

• Organize and manage project documentation and reports.
• Maintain accurate tracking logs and communicate updates.
• Review construction plans for compliance with regulations.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Project documentation management

Microsoft Excel

Construction techniques knowledge

Compliance regulations knowledge

Education

Technical diploma in a construction-related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Adobe

Bluebeam Revu

Job description

Overview

Project Coordinator to join our team. You will work closely with the Project Manager and Superintendent to support the successful execution of assigned projects. You will play a key part in coordinating documentation, maintaining project controls, and ensuring compliance with codes and standards.

What You’ll Do

• Organize, track, and manage project documentation, including meeting minutes, Change Orders/Site Instructions, Owner’s Instructions, Shop Drawings, Drawing Logs, draft Progress Claims, field notices, and sustainability requirements (LEED, Waste Management, Erosion and Sediment Control, Materials Testing).
• Set up and maintain project reporting systems such as cost reports, project status reports, drawing/document control, and shop drawing logs.
• Maintain accurate logs (RFI, Vendor/Subcontractor, Purchase, Owner, etc.), track responses, and communicate updates to stakeholders.
• Assist with trade contractor site meetings, RFIs, invoices, and document control processes.
• Manage project administration activities including payroll, timekeeping, labor/equipment coding, purchase orders, and safety reporting.
• Review construction plans to verify compliance with plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and structural codes and regulations.
• Lead the full project life cycle—from pre-construction planning through commissioning and turnover.

Qualifications

What we’re looking for:

• Technical diploma in an appropriate construction-related field (CET), or equivalent construction experience.
• 2-5 years of experience as a Project Coordinator
• Able to read blueprints, schematics, field drawings and plans
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Adobe or Bluebeam Revu.
• A solid understanding of all construction trades, safety and construction techniques.
• Knowledge of local, provincial and federal workplace compliance regulations, ordinances and legislation.

Why Join Chandos?

At Chandos, we are proud to be a 100% employee-owned company where everyone has the opportunity to share in our success. We are committed to building a workplace that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive—because we know our differences are what make us stronger. We uncover talent, nurture it, and empower our people with the tools to create a lasting, positive impact.

What We Offer

• Competitive wages and annual salary reviews
• Comprehensive, employer-paid benefits (health, dental, extended mental health, vision, health spending, EAP)
• RRSP matching program to support long-term financial security
• Educational assistance to support professional growth
• Opportunities to attend leadership conferences and connect with industry peers
• Regular company-wide engagement events to build community and collaboration

At Chandos, there’s only one class of ownership units—because we believe everyone should be treated equally. We are entrepreneurial-minded, people-first, and committed to helping you grow.