Project Coordinator

Aecon; Niverville; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Aecon Water Infrastructure in Canada is seeking a Project Coordinator to support cost tracking, scheduling, and reporting for a major wastewater program in Niverville, MB. You will work closely with field teams, engineering, subcontractors, and owners to keep costs aligned with the baseline.

The role emphasizes project controls systems, WBS setup, and accurate progress updates, with opportunities to advance in a dynamic infrastructure environment. Travel to projects is required.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in construction, project coordination, or project controls.
• Post-secondary education in Engineering, Business, Construction Management, or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
• Familiarity with project schedules, cost tracking, and reporting is an asset.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced field environment and supporting site operations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with SAP, Primavera, or similar tools is an asset.
• Must be able to travel to projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist with project setup activities, including WBS structure, cost coding, and cost loading.
• Support alignment between the estimate, cost structure, and schedule to ensure a clean baseline.
• Assist in ensuring all contract conditions (invoicing, reporting, change management, etc.) are applied and fulfilled for project setup, tracking, and closeout.
• Provide scheduling updates and reflect scope changes in the schedule.
• Track and enter project progress, quantities, labour hours, and costs with site teams.
• Develop and update cost forecast and project reports for stakeholders.
• Support change notices, change requests, and maintain project records.

Skills

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Field environment comfort

Microsoft Office proficient

Travel to projects

Education

Engineering/Construction/Business related degree

Post-secondary education or equivalent industry experience

Tools

SAP

Primavera

Job description

Location: Niverville, MB, CA

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects — from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment.

Safety Always is not only our #1 core value – it is the standard that anchors our culture. We believe the most ambitious projects deserve the most committed people. At Aecon, you won’t just build your career — you’ll help build what matters to enable future generations to thrive.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. The safety of our people, projects, partners, and stakeholders is our priority focus – today and always.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide opportunities where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute fully.

We deliver infrastructure with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Aecon employees are incredibly proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure of this generation – we call it Aecon Proud.

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Are intentional when it comes to investing in your development. We help you build your career and advance your skills through our Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to creating work environments focused on mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and new ideas, through meaningful initiatives, training, partnerships with Veteran groups, our Aecon Women in Trades and diversity programs, as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), to ensure we are building with top talent and harnessing our collective strengths within every aspect of our culture.
• Operate responsibly by managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all our projects and surrounding communities.

Our success is built on the passion, expertise, and dedication of our people. Together, we embrace strong execution, innovation, and continuous improvement — values that come to life through the unique talents and collaborative spirit of every team member. If you’re inspired to make a difference through future-building projects, join our best-in-class team.

What is the Opportunity?

Aecon Water is a national leader in the delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure, specializing in the planning, construction, and rehabilitation of critical municipal and regional systems. We provide clients across Canada with end‑to‑end solutions, combining technical expertise, self‑perform capabilities, and a strong focus on safety, quality, and project delivery excellence.

Aecon Water Infrastructure is supporting the delivery of a major regional wastewater program inNiverville, Manitoba, and we are currently looking for a Project Coordinator to join the team.

Reporting to the Project Controls Manager, the Project Coordinator supports the day‑to‑day execution of the project by assisting with cost tracking, productivity analysis, change management and reporting. The role involves working closely with the field team, engineering, subcontractors, and the owner to accurately track costs, support forecasting, identify potential risks, and help ensure the project remains aligned with schedule and cost objectives.

What You'll Do Here:

Project Controls Systems & Tools

• Support the implementation and day-to-day use of project controls systems, ensuring data is entered accurately and consistently.
• Assist the project team in using project controls tools for cost tracking, progress measurement, and reporting.

Project Setup

• Assist with project setup activities, including WBS structure, cost coding, and cost loading.
• Support alignment between the estimate, cost structure, and schedule to ensure a clean baseline.
• Assist in ensuring all the contract conditions (invoicing, reporting, change management, etc.) are applied and fulfilled for project set‑up, project tracking and reporting, and project closeout.

Scheduling Support

• Work with the project team to provide accurate field updates for the schedule, including progress, quantities, and sequencing.
• Help ensure scope changes and current site conditions are reflected in the schedule.

Progress & Cost Tracking

• Track and enter project progress, quantities, labour hours, and costs in coordination with site teams.
• Help ensure labour, equipment, and materials are coded correctly to the appropriate cost accounts.
• Prepare project reports, including progress, productivity, and cost performance updates.
• Support the team in identifying basic variances between planned and actual performance.
• Support in the development and updating of the cost forecast.

Scope, Change & Claims Support

• Assist in gathering and organizing supporting documentation for change notices and change requests.
• Help track and log potential and approved changes to ensure they are captured in project records.
• Support updates to the project risk register by gathering inputs from the project team.
• Assist in compiling required weekly and monthly reports for internal and client use.
• Work closely with Superintendents, Project Managers, and subcontractors to ensure accurate and timely information flow.
• Support coordination between the field and home office project controls team.
• Contribute to maintaining accurate and well‑organized project records.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Diploma or degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 1–3 years of experience in construction, project coordination, or project controls.
• Post‑secondary education in Engineering, Business, Construction Management, or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
• Familiarity with project schedules, cost tracking, and reporting is an asset.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced field environment and supporting site operations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with SAP, Primavera, or similar tools is an asset.
• Must be able to travel to projects.

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.