Project Coordinator

Bird Construction; East Gwillimbury; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bird Construction is seeking a Project Coordinator to support the York Biofuel Facility project in East Gwillimbury, Ontario. You will assist the Project Manager and Site Superintendent with coordinating construction activities, documentation, planning, and field execution on a site-based role.

Ideal candidates will have a diploma or degree in a related field, 2–5 years of hands-on experience, and Last Planner System proficiency to help schedule look-ahead and weekly plans while maintaining

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in engineering, construction management, architectural technology, or a related field is an asset.
• 2-5 years of hands-on experience as a Project Coordinator or in a similar construction role.
• Hands-on experience with the Last Planner System, including pull planning, look-ahead planning, weekly work planning, and constraint tracking.
• Experience coordinating requests for information, shop drawings, submittals, change orders, schedules, and project documentation.
• Working knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and project schedules.
• Experience on industrial, process, environmental, renewable energy, or waste-management projects is an asset.
• Experience working in an Integrated Project Delivery or other collaborative project environment is an asset.
• Strong organizational, communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively in a fast‑paced, site‑based environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager and Site Superintendent with the coordination and execution of construction activities.
• Support the Last Planner System, including pull-planning sessions, look-ahead schedules, weekly work plans, constraint tracking, and follow-up on commitments.
• Coordinate requests for information, shop drawings, submittals, change documentation, and information required by trade partners and suppliers.
• Assist with project schedules, budgets, cost reports, progress tracking, billing, and subcontract administration.
• Participate in subcontractor progress meetings and monitor planned activities against actual completed work.
• Support project start-up, document controls, construction logistics, procurement planning, and project execution plans.
• Coordinate with consultants, trade partners, and the VDC team to support constructability, logistics planning, and clash resolution.
• Proactively identify and help resolve issues that may affect safety, quality, cost, schedule, or productivity.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with the client, consultants, trade partners, suppliers, and internal project team.
• Support deficiency tracking, turnover documentation, warranty activities, and project close-out.

Skills

Last Planner System

Project coordination

Communication

Education

Diploma or degree in engineering, construction management, architectural technology, or a related field

Job description

Project Coordinator Reporting to the Project Manager, the Project Coordinator will support the delivery of the York Biofuel Facility in East Gwillimbury, Ontario. Working closely with the project team and trade partners, they will coordinate project documentation, planning, controls, and field execution. Hands-on experience with the Last Planner System is required. This is a site-based position in East Gwillimbury, Ontario.

What You Will Be Working On

• Support the Project Manager and Site Superintendent with the coordination and execution of construction activities.
• Support the Last Planner System, including pull-planning sessions, look-ahead schedules, weekly work plans, constraint tracking, and follow-up on commitments.
• Coordinate requests for information, shop drawings, submittals, change documentation, and information required by trade partners and suppliers.
• Assist with project schedules, budgets, cost reports, progress tracking, billing, and subcontract administration.
• Participate in subcontractor progress meetings and monitor planned activities against actual completed work.
• Support project start-up, document controls, construction logistics, procurement planning, and project execution plans.
• Coordinate with consultants, trade partners, and the VDC team to support constructability, logistics planning, and clash resolution.
• Proactively identify and help resolve issues that may affect safety, quality, cost, schedule, or productivity.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with the client, consultants, trade partners, suppliers, and internal project team.
• Support deficiency tracking, turnover documentation, warranty activities, and project close-out.

What We Are Looking For

• Diploma or degree in engineering, construction management, architectural technology, or a related field is an asset.
• 2-5 years of hands-on experience as a Project Coordinator or in a similar construction role.
• Hands-on experience with the Last Planner System, including pull planning, look-ahead planning, weekly work planning, and constraint tracking.
• Experience coordinating requests for information, shop drawings, submittals, change orders, schedules, and project documentation.
• Working knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and project schedules.
• Experience on industrial, process, environmental, renewable energy, or waste-management projects is an asset.
• Experience working in an Integrated Project Delivery or other collaborative project environment is an asset.
• Strong organizational, communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively in a fast‑paced, site‑based environment.

For Those Who Seek to Redefine The greatest achievements in history are borne from the greatness within people – where human potential meets vision, and passion fuels evolution. Unlocking this potential is the most important thing we do at Bird. As a leader in Canadian construction for over 100 years, the impact of our team is etched deeply within the core of our legacy. Beyond Bird, this impact is felt in the fundamental aspects of our everyday lives. From the critical infrastructure we depend on, to the energy and resources that keep us moving - we are powering our communities and shaping Canada’s skylines coast-to-coast-to-coast. Entrenched in the foundation of a culture built more than a century ago is an enduring quest to reimagine what is possible. Our impact is greater than ever, and we are looking for those who seek to redefine their story.

What We Believe In

We Put Safety First

A healthy and safe work environment is non‑negotiable. We build a culture of operational and psychological safety through engagement, learning and leadership.

We Lead With Honesty

We speak and act with integrity, clarity and care so people can trust our word and our work. Being honest means we can deliver the best outcomes and consistent results.

We Are Stronger Together

Success is a team effort. Our inclusive workplace enables our combined expertise, humility and creativity to unlock our greater potential.

We Are Driven To Do Great Work

We built our name on quality. We have a passion for excellence in our work and relationships that honours our businesses and our industry.

We Create Opportunity

Rooted in a solid foundation, we adapt and grow to face the future. We are committed to elevating each other to chart the best path forward in an evolving world.

At Bird, we value Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) and believe it is essential to our success. We will continue to listen, learn, and take action in our commitment to building progress in our organization, and the industry as a whole. Cultivating an environment where all employees feel included, seen, and have a sense of belonging is core to Bird’s culture. We commit to proactively employing a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work, fostering an environment of continuous learning, and never compromising on our values.

Bird construction was founded as a small partnership in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan in 1920. Today we are a highly respected company, operating across Canada. Bird is one of Canada’s leading builders and is recognized for its strong commitment to the growth and prosperity of both our clients and our people.