Project Coordinator

Workers' Compensation Board - Alberta; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

WCB-Alberta is seeking a Project Coordinator to provide project management coordination for capital and operating projects in building operations in Edmonton. You will plan, manage and execute projects, ensuring outcomes meet framework requirements and reporting needs.

The role requires a university degree in project management, PM experience and strong MS Project, Excel and MS Teams skills. Equity, security and a collaborative team environment are emphasized.

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent in project management preferred.
• PM designation desired.
• Five years’ experience in risk analysis, project management methodology and organizational change management.
• Experience in building construction/renovation and operations is an asset.
• Strong communications with a client-focused outlook.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage and execute individual projects.
• Deliver projects to ensure all requirements and outcomes are as per the established expectations.
• Ensure delivery of projects in compliance with the Project Management Framework.
• Create PM guidelines, templates and checklists that support the framework.
• Coach internal and external project teams in PM processes, methodology and project management technique.
• Maintain PM asset management and tracking, security access, archiving policies and best practices.
• Prepare supporting documentation for procurement efforts.
• Review and approve tender documentation, participating in bid submission review and compliance checks.
• Coordinate of contractors, supplier activities, and ensuring alignment with building security guidelines.
• Validate invoices, accruals, developing forecasts and variance analysis.
• Complete annual project audits and lessons learned.
• Create and manage the delivery of regular and ad-hoc PM reporting.

Skills

MS Project

Excel

MS Teams

Time management

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Education

University degree in Project Management

Tools

MS Project

Excel

MS Teams

Job description

As an equal opportunity employer, we are looking to build a diverse workforce that reflects the diversity of our clients and the customers we serve.

Learn more about working for WCB at Careers - WCB Alberta.

Job Title: Project Coordinator

Job Type: Permanent / Full time

Job Location: Edmonton, Alberta

Project Coordinator Corporate Services – Edmonton, AB

Permanent, Full-Time Position

Do you… …aim to be a part of a team that helps injured people get better and get back to life? …value service, care, excellence, trust and fairness? …hope to make a difference? We are looking for an enthusiastic self-starter to provide project management (PM) coordination for capital and operating projects in the area of building operations.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for planning, managing and executing individual projects.
• Deliver projects to ensure all requirements and outcomes are as per the established expectations of the project.
• Responsible for the delivery of projects in compliance with the Project Management Framework.
• Create PM guidelines, templates and checklists that support the framework.
• Responsible for coaching internal and external projects teams in PM processes, methodology and project management technique.
• Maintain PM specific asset management and tracking, security access, archiving policies and best practices.
• Prepare supporting documentation for procurement efforts.
• Review and approve tender documentation, participating in bid submission review and compliance checks.
• Responsible for coordination of contractors, supplier activities, and ensuring alignment with building security guidelines.
• Responsible for validating invoices, accruals, developing forecasts and variance analysis.
• Complete annual project audits and lessons learned.
• Create and manage the delivery of regular and ad-hoc PM reporting.

Experience and Skills:

• A university degree or post-secondary education in Project Management is preferred, equivalent experience in a project-oriented environment may be considered.
• Possession or pursuit of the Project Management designation is desired.
• Five years’ experience on risk analysis, project management methodology and organizational change management.
• Experience in building construction/renovation and operations is an asset.
• Proficient in MS Project Management, Excel and MS Teams.
• Experience in project scheduling and financial management as it relates to projects.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple activities.
• Solid leadership, negotiation and conflict management skills.
• Ability to work cohesively in a team environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communications with a client focused outlook.
• Initiative and solid analytical skills are required.

Salary: Grade 11 $85,182.00 to $100,174.00 per annum

Final candidates for this position are required to undergo a security clearance as a condition of employment.

We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all qualified persons, without regard to race, colour, religion or national origin, gender (or gender identity or expression), age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability.

Equal opportunity is provided in employment, promotions and wages.

Closing Date: November 17, 2026

At WCB-Alberta, people are at the heart of everything we do.

As one of Alberta’s Top Employers, we’re committed to providing an inclusive, equitable workplace where all qualified persons can thrive.

We’re a not-for-profit organization that serves as a neutral administrator of the workers' compensation system for the province.

Every day, we work hard to make a difference in the lives of our customers—the nearly two million workers we cover and the nearly 200,000 employers whose contributions fund worker benefits, return-to-work programs and health care services to help those who have been hurt on the job.

At WCB-Alberta, you too can make a difference.

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