Project Coordinator

Colas Canada Inc.; Crescent Valley; On-site; CAD 66,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

In-house training

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Terus Construction in Crescent Valley, BC seeks a Project Coordinator to oversee various stages of the construction process, ensure projects are completed on time and within budget, and coordinate among owners, consultants, subcontractors, project managers, and site leadership to keep the project on track.

You will develop operational plans, allocate material and labour costs, establish timelines, monitor progress, and maintain safety and QA programs, while representing the company at site

Qualifications

• Ability to understand construction drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of construction equipment, materials and processes.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.).
• Knowledge of or ability to learn estimating software including Heavy Job and Heavy Bid.
• Strong management, delegation, planning, and leadership skills.
• Committed to enforcing company policies and procedures.
• High level of time management, independent judgment and reasoning.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for project file set up and activity cost coding, preparation and distribution of job packages to facilitate field operations, maintain safety and other project documentation in file.
• Monitor sub-contractors for compliance, including review and enforcement of Sub-Contractor Checklist (current utility locates, proper PPE etc.) and report any violations to the Manager.
• Responsible for supporting and leading all aspects of the company safety program and regulations. This includes completing formal safety inspections and reports as required.
• Ensure sub-contractor is performing their scope of work to design standards and specifications.
• Maintain up to date utility locates to ensure site is ready for company personnel (ensure Subs have their own).
• Plan, organize, direct, control, and evaluate construction projects from start to finish according to schedule, specifications, and budget.
• Prepare and submit construction project budget estimates.
• Plan and prepare construction schedules and milestones and monitor progress against established schedules.
• Ensure job information is captured in appropriate software programs.
• Develop and implement quality control programs.
• Prepare progress reports and issue progress schedules to clients.
• Acts as a company representative at site meetings and as a point of contact for field level questions regarding a project.
• Responsible for collection and confirmation of field quantities for month end progress submissions.

Skills

Management skills

Planning

Leadership

Time management

Independent judgment

Reasoning

Tools

Microsoft Office

Heavy Job

Heavy Bid

Job description

Terus Construction is an integrated road construction and materials manufacturing company, which has been building roads in British Columbia and the Yukon Territory for over 30 years through decentralized business centers.

Road construction, asphalt paving, aggregate production, hot mix asphalt and ready-mix concrete supply are the core activities. In addition, the Company acts as general contractor on civil construction projects, including excavation, utilities, concrete placement, sidewalks, and curbs, and in all kind of road construction related activities.

Over 800 jobs every year are performed through more than 20 decentralized business centers, such as highway rehabilitation, airport construction, industrial, municipal and commercial work, subdivisions. More than 550 employees are locally employed.

Terus Construction provides challenging and rewarding opportunities in an entrepreneurial, diverse, inclusive and respectful work environment. As our growth creates new career opportunities, likely there is the right one for you!

Mission

Terus Construction, a division of Colas Western Canada Inc., is seeking a Project Coordinator to join our team in Crescent Valley, BC.

Reporting to the Regional Construction Manager, the Project Coordinator is responsible for overseeing various stages of the construction process, ensuring that projects are completed on time and within budget. This role involves managing milestones and facilitating communication between the owner and/or consultant, subcontractors, Project Managers, Superintendent, and Regional Construction Manager to keep the project on track. The Project Coordinator communicates project plans and collaborates with various disciplines to develop operational plans, allocate material and labour costs, and establish timelines.

Main Responsibilities

• Responsible for project file set up and activity cost coding, preparation and distribution of job packages to facilitate field operations, maintain safety and other project documentation in file.
• Monitor sub-contractors for compliance, including review and enforcement of Sub-Contractor Checklist (current utility locates, proper PPE etc.) and report any violations to the Manager.
• Responsible for supporting and leading all aspects of the company safety program and regulations. This includes completing formal safety inspections and reports as required.
• Ensure sub-contractor is performing their scope of work to design standards and specifications.
• Maintain up to date utility locates to ensure site is ready for company personnel (ensure Subs have their own).
• Plan, organize, direct, control, and evaluate construction projects from start to finish according to schedule, specifications, and budget.
• Prepare and submit construction project budget estimates.
• Plan and prepare construction schedules and milestones and monitor progress against established schedules.
• Ensure job information is captured in appropriate software programs.
• Develop and implement quality control programs.
• Prepare progress reports and issue progress schedules to clients.
• Acts as a company representative at site meetings and as a point of contact for field level questions regarding a project.
• Responsible for collection and confirmation of field quantities for month end progress submissions.
• Collect and record valuable information regarding the execution of a project and issues during construction.
• Responsible for weekly collection of project costing updates.
• Project estimating responsibilities as required including maintaining tendered and negotiated changes.
• Maintain an accurate project budget with regard to Change orders.
• Maintain up to date short term work schedules of the active projects he/she is involved in.
• Participate, accept and adopt the principles described in the company safety program.
• Perform duties safely around mobile equipment and have a high sense of safety awareness while performing work.
• Must ensure a solid understanding of, and comply with the principles of the company’s Code of Ethics.
• Other duties as required.

Experience And Knowledge Required For The Role

• Ability to understand construction drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of construction equipment, materials and processes.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (excel, word, etc.).
• Knowledge of or ability to learn estimating software including Heavy Job and Heavy Bid.
• Strong management, delegation, planning, and leadership skills.
• Committed to enforcing company policies and procedures.
• High level of time management, independent judgment and reasoning.

Working Conditions

• Travel is expected, estimated 10% of the time
• Willing to work in field and in all weather conditions
• Willing to work overtime (may include weekends) during the busy season (April to October) and on call as necessary
• This is a safety sensitive position; selected candidate must pass drug and alcohol testing as required
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

The anticipated salary range for this position is $66,000 to $81,000 CAD, plus eligibility for an annual performance bonus. The final compensation package will be determined based on factors including the candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Terus Construction offers opportunities for qualified people who want to grow in our high-performance organization including competitive salary and benefits package, along with in-house training, an incredible work environment, and career advancement opportunities.

Must be able to meet all safety requirements including pre-employment drug/alcohol testing.

We would like to thank all applicants for submitting their resume. However only applicants selected to be interviewed will be contacted.