Project Coordinator

Walters Group; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 71,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation

Sick leave

Bereavement leaves

Extended health and dental

Employee Assistance Program

RRSP Matching

Profit Sharing

Scholarship Program

Tuition support

Values in Action

Job summary

Walters Group in Hamilton, ON is seeking a Project Coordinator reporting to the VP of Projects. You will support change management, schedule tracking in MS Project, and coordinate drawings and client communications to keep projects on track.

The successful candidate has a post-secondary degree or diploma in engineering or related field and at least 3 years of experience, strong MS Office skills, and knowledge of structural steel fabrication practices.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in engineering, project management, business administration or a related field.
• 3 years of professional experience as a Project Coordinator.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Project/ MS Office.
• Knowledge of project management software, preferred.
• Knowledge in structural steel fabrication, connections and erection practices, preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills with ability to adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with change management processes including notifications, submissions and pricing.
• Assist with schedule entry and project updates in E2P.
• Monitor project schedule and alert PM of changes affecting timelines.
• Track RFIs and approvals to ensure smooth progress.
• Expedite changes to engineering, detailing, fabrication and erection.
• Attend project kick-off meetings and record minutes.
• Enter purchases into e-requestor and update intranet.
• Coordinate and track drawings; compile backups and progress drawings.
• Report to the client as needed and required.
• Provide project notifications and review specifications.

Skills

MS Project

MS Office

Team player

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Commercial knowledge

Education

Engineering degree/diploma

Project management degree/diploma

Business administration degree

Tools

MS Project/ MS Office

Project management software

Job description

Walters Group is a family-owned steel construction company that designs, fabricates, and constructs unique and complex commercial and industrial projects throughout North America. With over 65 years of experience, Walters ensures high quality results through our passion and commitment to every project. Our head office is located in Hamilton and we have multiple fabrication plants in Hamilton, Stoney Creek and Princeton. As Walters grows and expands into new markets, we are seeking to welcome aspiring and driven individuals to our team who share our passion, vision, and values.

At Walters, we build history, and we are incredibly proud of our projects, to name a few - Tim Hortons Field in Hamilton, ON, the Burgoyne Bridge in St. Catharines, ON, The Bow in Calgary, AB, and the Canadian Museum of Human Rights in Winnipeg, MB.

We're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for, including Canada's Best Managed and Great Place to Work Certified. We're committed to supporting and developing our teams. We also ensure a positive, safe, collaborative work environment with ample personal and career development opportunities.

If you want to be a part of our team – read on and apply. Even if you feel like you don’t meet all criteria, please give it a shot, and still apply.

Vacancy type:

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

About the Position:

Reporting to the VP of Projects, the Project Coordinator will be responsible for but not limited to:

• Assists with the change management process including; notifications, submissions and pricing.
• Assists with schedule entry and project updates in E2P.
• Monitors the project schedule and assists in anticipating problems. Proactively notifies the Project Manager of any matters that may result in a change in the overall project schedule.
• Tracks all RFI’s and approvals to ensure a smooth process.
• Expedites any changes to engineering, detailing, fabrication and/or erection.
• Attends project kick-off meetings and records the Meeting Minutes.
• Enters purchases into e-requestor.
• Updates the “Project Updates” section of the company intranet.
• Assists in the coordination and tracking of drawings; compiles backup and issues progress drawings.
• Reports to the client as needed and required.
• Provides Project notifications.
• Reviews project specifications and tracks items as needed and required.

Work Location:

• Hamilton Head Office. Travel to project site is required periodically.

Position Requirements:

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in engineering, project management, business administration or a related field.
• 3 years of professional experience as a Project Coordinator.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Project/ MS Office.
• Knowledge of project management software, preferred.
• Knowledge in structural steel fabrication, connections and erection practices, preferred.
• A team player, who can interrelate and operate effectively with peers and other associates within a collegial, yet demanding, work environment.
• Organizational skills and the ability to be flexible in managing changing priorities.
• Highly developed communication skills – Both Written and Oral.
• Analytical and problem solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal Skills.
• Strong negotiation Skills.
• Commercial knowledge; ability to read/review contracts, understand construction financials.

Compensation Package:

• Salary: $71,000-$88,000/Year
• Vacation.
• Paid sick and Bereavement leaves.
• Flexible extended health and dental care packages.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• RRSP Matching.
• Profit Sharing.
• Employee Family Scholarship Program.
• Tuition support (Apprentice, Continued Education)
• Values in Action (ViA)- participating in charity events coordinated by employees. As well as team bonding activities.

Walters Group is committed to providing accommodations throughout the interview and employment process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.