Project Coordinator

Premier Project Consultants Ltd; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in building design and project management seeks a skilled Project Coordinator with experience in residential building projects. The role involves overseeing the project lifecycle, ensuring compliance with regulations, and managing estimates and supplier interactions. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, experienced in residential construction, and capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Comprehensive benefit plan

Employee and Family Assistance Program

On-site perks including coffee bar

Social events and team-building activities

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in project coordination in construction.
• Experience with mid to high-rise residential projects.
• Strong knowledge of modern construction methods.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate building projects from start to finish.
• Prepare estimates of costs for materials, labour, and equipment.
• Review daily project progress to ensure alignment with budget and schedule.

Skills

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Knowledge of Building Codes

Communication

Education

Post-secondary education in construction or engineering

Tools

JONAS

Procore

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Job description

Description

Premier Project Consultants specializes in building design, project management, and development of multi-unit residential and commercial buildings in Canada, the USA, and the Caribbean. We are seeking a talented and passionate Project Coordinator with experience in residential building projects to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating building projects from start to finish while ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Review proposal specifications and building drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimates.
• Prepare estimates of the cost of materials, labour, and equipment for construction projects
• Perform quantity take-offs, material price lists updating, ordering materials and equipment, organize manpower.
• Establishing and maintaining the tendering(bidding) process with a variety of trades.
• Knowledge of modern building construction methods, materials, and specifications.
• Prepare and maintain a directory of suppliers, contractors, and subcontractors.
• In-depth understanding of residential high-rise construction practices and techniques.
• Interpret architectural, structural, and topographic drawings.
• Review the daily progress of the project and ensure it is financially on track and on schedule.
• Assist with subcontract negotiations and awards under the direction of the project manager.

Requirements:

• Post-secondary education in construction or engineering from an accredited university or college.
• Minimum for 4 years of experience in project coordination in the construction industry.
• Proven experience with mid to high-rise residential.
• Strong knowledge of building codes and divisions of construction.
• Excellent time management skills, attention to detail, and the capacity to prioritize by assessing situations to determine urgency.
• Working knowledge of software such as JONAS, Procore, and Microsoft Office.
• Experience using AutoCAD for estimating and design/drafting.
• Must have a means of transportation for site visits.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.

Benefits:

• Competitive salaries reflecting valuable contributions of our team.
• Comprehensive benefit plan – including life insurance, long-term disability, medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• On-site perks – full coffee bar, modern lunchroom, outdoor patio
• Social events and team building activities – opportunities to connect, bond, and recharge.