Project Coordinator

Aecon Group Inc.; Leroy; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development programs

Mental health support services

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Job summary

A leading infrastructure development firm is seeking a Project Coordinator for its Leroy, Saskatchewan site. The role involves assisting in project management, coordinating schedules, and managing customer relations within industrial construction and water infrastructure projects. Ideal applicants will demonstrate technical expertise and possess strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills. This position emphasizes safety and accountability, and there are opportunities for contract and permanent positions.

Qualifications

• Ability to demonstrate technical expertise in operational markets like Energy, Oil & Gas.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in project management and coordination of schedules and manpower.
• Conduct detailed constructability reviews for engineering design requirements.
• Develop and maintain project schedules and budgets.
• Coordinate preparation and delivery of project deliverables.
• Forecast and track change orders and scope changes.

Skills

Technical expertise in construction

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Job description

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us!

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best‑in‑class Aecon community!

What is the Opportunity?

From fabrication and modularization to new builds, turnaround and maintenance, Aecon Industrial leads the way in industrial construction and water infrastructure, providing clients in Canada and the U.S. with vertically integrated solutions and exceptional self‑perform work.

Reporting to the Project Controls Manager, the Project Coordinator will play a key role by assisting in project management and coordination of schedules, manpower, customer relations, engineering, etc. Risk analysis, project forecasting, liaising with the owner, are daily occurrences in this position.

This opportunity is an on‑site position based at the BHP Jansen site in Leroy, SK. Opportunities may be available for contract as well as permanent positions.

What You’ll Do Here:

• Carries out detailed constructability reviews to develop the engineering design requirements, project schedule, manpower and procurement requirements.
• Plans and implements an engineering and construction program, including defining the project plan, activities, milestones, and manpower requirements.
• Develops and maintains the project schedule and budget for the engineering and construction segments of the project.
• Provides status report of project milestones and adjustment to schedules.
• Controls expenditures within limitations of project budget.
• Identifies project manpower requirements and coordinates manpower with appropriate trades and subcontractors.
• Coordinates preparation and delivery of project deliverables, design documents, as built drawings, turnover documents, etc.
• Reviews project design for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, customer contract requirements and related specifications.
• Coordinates activities relating to technical developments, scheduling and resolving engineering design and test problems.
• Evaluates and recommends design changes, specifications and drawing releases.
• Interfaces with customers to provide project status reports and ensure customer needs are met.
• Provides status and progress reports to customer, project team, and management.
• Forecasts and tracks change orders and scope changes.
• Assists and monitors safety programs and statistics as required.
• Writes and reviews purchase specifications and subcontract documents.
• Coordinates all site procurement activities including validation of material specifications, preparation of purchase requisitions, materials material tracking and ensuring traceability of materials when installed in the field.
• Involves actively in quality assurance with regards to understating and implementing policies and procedures.
• Provides estimating and project management back‑up as required.
• Performs such other duties and responsibilities as assigned by his/her supervisor/manager.
• Develops and writes reports, business correspondence.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Applicants may be required to demonstrate technical expertise and understanding of processes and compliance requirements in one or more of Aecon's operating markets (Energy, Oil & Gas).
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. Through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, Aecon may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and reviewing candidates. These tools are applied responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and Aecon’s AI Usage Policy. All final decisions are made by qualified Aecon team members.