Project Coordinator - Brighton Mountain

Dexter Construction Company Limited; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Benefits package

Job summary

Kingsclear-Municipal Limited Partnership (KMLP), a division of the Municipal Group of Companies, seeks a Project Coordinator to join our team in New Brunswick. Based in the Fredericton area, you will assist in planning, scheduling, budgeting, and delivering renewable energy projects on time and within scope, working with subcontractors and internal stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has a civil engineering or construction management background, strong analytical skills, and the ability to travel

Qualifications

• University degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management preferred.
• Experience in Heavy Civil Construction is an asset.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License.
• Ability to work as part of a construction team and travel across the Maritimes.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and project scheduling tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepare schedules and assist with subcontractor management.
• Generate daily, weekly and monthly status reports.
• Plan project timelines and milestones using project tools.
• Coordinate project life cycle from planning to completion.
• Support day-to-day tasks in the office and in the field.
• Actively participate in safety deliverables and promote a positive safety culture.
• Track progress and costs to ensure on-budget delivery.
• Read blueprints to estimate project costs.
• Liaise with subcontractors and trades on estimates and bids.
• Communicate with departmental leaders on needs and evaluations of bids.
• Perform various project administration tasks.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

MS Project

Job description

Kingsclear-Municipal Limited Partnership (KMLP), a division of the Municipal Group of Companies, is currently seeking a Project Coordinator to work with a team of industry professionals, in building world class renewable energy projects in New Brunswick.

Based out of our operations in the Fredericton (Juniper) area of New Brunswick and reporting to the Project Manager, the successful Project Coordinator will be responsible for the following duties.

Job Summary:

The Project Coordinator will assist in the planning, executing, and delivery of Company projects on time, within budget, and in accordance to specifications. The Project Coordinator will help define project requirements and scope, acquire project resources, and support the efforts of project team members. Efficient delivery of project requirements, effective quality control, clear communication of expectations to stakeholders and upward reporting to senior management are critical tasks that must be performed.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare schedules and, assist with subcontractor management, site meetings, scheduling etc.
• Generate daily, weekly and monthly status reports
• Plan all project timelines, milestones, and requirements using the appropriate software tools and/or methods;
• Coordinate project life cycle, from the initial planning, up to project
• completion;
• Assist in day-to-day tasks both in the office and in the field
• Actively participate in required safety deliverables and promote a positive safety culture
• Support implementation of process improvement initiatives
• Appropriately track project progress, and track all project costs to ensure completion within budget;
• Read blueprints in order to estimate project cost effectively;
• Liaise with subcontractors and trades on various estimates towards the construction project;
• Communicate and collaborate with departmental leaders to stay abreast of construction needs, budgeting, and evaluation of possible bids;
• Perform various project administration tasks
• Any other duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, and Experience:

• University degree in Civil Engineering or other Construction Management program is preferred;
• Experience in Heavy Civil Construction would be considered an asset.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License
• Ability to work as part of a construction team;
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills;
• Professional attitude, punctual, assertive and personable;
• High level of sound and independent judgment and reasoning;
• Ability to respond in pressure situations with a calm demeanor and high sense of urgency
• Ability to travel throughout the Maritimes to support various projects.
• Utilizes strong organizational and planning skills;
• Strong computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Project, Outlook).

Working Conditions:

The Project Coordinator may be required to work long office hours and use a computer. Field work and company site visits will frequently be required, and will require the use of minimum PPE (Hardhat, Steel Toe Boots, reflective vest, etc.). Other PPE might also be necessary and will be driven by the environment of the work sites (specialized PPE, Gas monitors, Fall Arrest and Breathing Apparatus). Other travel on behalf of the company may be necessary to represent the Company or Project.

A comprehensive pension and benefits package are offered with this position along with opportunities for advancement and training and development.

We are an equal opportunity employer that encourages all interested candidates to submit a detailed resume.

We would like to thank all those who apply; however only those selected for an interview will be notified.

Career ID: 160069-project-coordinator-brighton-mountain