Project Coordinator

Englobe; Nova Scotia; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Nova Scotia is seeking a Project Coordinator to play an important role in various projects within the environmental and renewable energy sectors. The ideal candidate should have a relevant degree and strong communication skills, capable of collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. The organization promotes a flexible work environment with opportunities for professional growth and essential benefits such as healthcare services and a hybrid work model.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Access to telehealth services

Professional growth opportunities

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Degree, diploma, or certification from a recognized post-secondary institution.
• Minimum 1-3 years of project coordination experience.
• Comprehensive working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Excellent English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Participates in projects and manages client input/feedback.
• Coordinates preparation of engineering specifications and drawings.
• Develops relationships with clients and industry affiliates.
• Monitors project budgets and tracks financial pursuits.

Skills

Project coordination

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Degree or diploma in Engineering, Technologies, or Project Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

MS Project

Job description

Your mission

You will play an important role in a dynamic and passionate team, collaborating on a variety of projects of all sizes and scopes in the environment, renewable energies, hydroelectricity, transportation, materials, buildings and climate change markets. Boldness, innovation and collaboration are an integral part of our daily operations.

Englobe - Who We Are

At Englobe, our rigor is matched by sincere care for our colleagues, our customers, our communities, and the environment. We are committed to making a real difference, one project at a time, and to having a positive, lasting impact. We approach our work with fresh perspectives, relying on collaboration and a diversity of voices. With an entrepreneurial spirit, we empower our customers and communities with boldness and optimism. We are determined to leave a lasting legacy for generations to come.

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Your Main Responsibilities

• Actively participates in projects, provides assistance, manages client input/feedback, and general coordination;
• Working with single or multidisciplinary design teams on the project to ensure efficient and sustainable project delivery;
• Successfully develops relationships with clients, industry affiliates, engineers, technologists, technicians, and construction personnel;
• Coordinates and assists with the preparation of engineering specifications, drawings, and quantity/opinions on probable cost;
• Preparation of reports, proposals, and tender/bid submissions, budgets, project plans, and other supporting documentation, as required and directed by the project manager;
• Coordinating tender phase and construction phase services, including the issuance of addendums, shop drawing review, and Request for Information (RFI) tracking;
• Estimating and scheduling of projects, invoicing, including close out review, and update /maintenance of company-related data and resources;
• Monitoring project budgets and tracking financial pursuits including proposals and change orders;
• Apply and promote Englobe’s health and safety policies and procedures;
• Apply and promote Englobe’s security policies and procedures;

What Makes You Unique

• Degree, diploma, or certification from a recognized post-secondary institution (Engineering, Technologies, or Project Management) or equivalent project coordination background (minimum 1-3 years). New Grads will be considered;
• Comprehensive working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel are required;
• Excellent command of English grammar, spelling and composition, as well as oral communication and interpersonal skills. French language skills considered an asset;
• Confidence to participate in regular meetings, and eager to coordinate with team members in person, on the phone, and via email;
• Professional, energetic, and action-oriented;
• Strong organization, time management, and prioritization skills;
• Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills;
• Ability to work individually and as a team member, within a dynamic, fast-paced, deadline-driven environment;
• Effectively manages a variety of tasks and/or initiatives, often occurring simultaneously;
• Able to balance work and personal requirements;
• Enjoys working in a professional office environment, with occasional client and/or site visits.

Additional Desired Skills

• Experience working within a Design-Consulting team environment is considered an asset;
• Experience with NMS standard specifications;
• Collaborating and coordinating projects with multi-discipline teams including (PM, mechanical, electrical, civil, architectural, sub-consultants etc.);
• Using MS Project to develop project schedules.

What Makes Englobe Unique

At Englobe, you'll have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects of every size and scope. You'll work in an organization that values you and your experience, and allows you to grow. From day one, you'll enjoy the following benefits:

• Real flexibility;
• Multiple opportunities for professional growth, mentoring and skills development;
• Access to a free telehealth service;
• Flexible schedules and the ability to compress your work hours;
• A hybrid work arrangement;
• A full range of benefits (including cost-sharing group insurance and a group RRSP);
• A confidential employee assistance program for you and your family.