Project Coordinator Buildings Engineering

CIMA+; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Ottawa is seeking a Project Coordinator to manage municipal and transit building projects. The role involves multidisciplinary coordination and client liaison to ensure project success. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and have at least 5 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in project management tools and strong interpersonal skills are essential. The position offers a hybrid working environment, aligned with our commitment to innovation and collaboration.

Benefits

Comprehensive Group Benefits

Flexible work schedule

3-5 weeks of vacation

Retirement Savings Plan with employer contribution

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience on engineering design and construction projects.
• Ability to read and understand engineering plans and technical specifications.
• Proficiency in project management software.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate multidisciplinary follow-up with clients on projects.
• Contribute to quality performance solutions for projects.
• Monitor project progress against established timelines.

Skills

Outstanding interpersonal skills

Excellent communication

Strong writing skills

Organizational abilities

Analytical skills

Problem-solving abilities

Teamwork in dynamic environments

Education

University Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technical College

Tools

P6 Primavera

Microsoft Projects

Microsoft D365

Job description

CIMAs Buildings team is renowned for its expertise in designing high-quality buildings. We are committed to providing the most cost-effective solutions to engineering challenges and offer a diverse range of projects from the initial planning stages to design and construction. CIMA cultivates career growth and provides opportunities as unique as you are. With a constant desire to offer our clients the best possible service we have set up a team of specialists dedicated to high-performance projects to support our clients and design teams across Canada. Join us and immerse yourself in a dynamic innovative and collaborative environment where you’ll make a real impact. Together we’ll push boundaries and go above what’s expected of us to meet the challenges of tomorrow and engineer a better world!

We are currently looking for a Project Coordinator who will support our Buildings group and work on our transit and municipal buildings projects. You will take responsibility for projects of a diverse nature and provide support for clients in the execution of their most ambitious undertakings. The ideal person will possess outstanding interpersonal and communication and writing skills. This is a hybrid role that will be based out of our GTA or Ottawa offices.

Primary Responsibilities

• Carrying out multidisciplinary coordination and follow‑up with our clients in the realization of medium to large‑scale projects
• Proactively contributing to the search for solutions aimed at maximizing the quality and performance of projects
• Identifying and monitoring issues that may affect budgets and timelines within established milestones.
• Liaise with clients, governments, regulatory authorities and other project stakeholders to guide projects through the approval processes and effective information exchange
• Perform a variety of cost/budget studies and research assignments requiring analysis and interpretation of data.
• Monitor progress and performance against established terms of reference and Work Plans.
• Prepare, coordinate and review contracts, Work Plans, reports and documents. Obtain signoffs as required.
• Prepare PPT for clients and internal stakeholders for summary of projects
• Manage the process of calls for tenders, awarding and negotiation of construction and professional services contracts.
• Assembling and delivering construction contracts and professional scopes of work

Qualifications

• University Bachelors degree in Engineering (Mechanical Electrical Structural) or Technical College (Mechanical Electrical Structural) or similar education with demonstrated experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience on engineering design and construction projects.
• Having the ability to read and understand engineering plans and technical specification
• Excellent organizational, analytical and problem‑solving abilities with exceptional initiative and attention to detail.
• Skills in work organization, priority management and an interest in teamwork in an environment that can change direction quickly
• Proficiency in project management software including P6 Primavera and/or Microsoft Projects would be an asset.
• Sound professional judgment, initiative and ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple priorities to meet deadlines in a fast, deadline‑oriented and dynamic environment.
• Ability to successfully and collaboratively work within a team environment and across disciplines as well as work independently.
• PMP or LEED certification (asset)
• Working Knowledge of Microsoft D365 (asset)
• Experience with managing multi‑discipline designs and construction projects (asset)
• Experience in bidding/negotiating contracts & developing strong career partnerships as well as business development skills (asset).

Why choose CIMA Because we offer you

• Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution
• As an employee‑owned company an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all employees
• Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
• Work/Life balance policy across Canada
• 3‑5 weeks of vacation based on years of relevant experience
• Tailored training to improve your existing skills

Additional Information

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio‑economic status or background, etc.).

In keeping with the principles of employment equity we encourage all applications, including but not limited to those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self‑identification form when applying for employment.

Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request.

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Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Full‑time

Key Skills Bluebeam, PPAP, CAD, SAP Manufacturing, Smartsheet, Mechanical Engineering, Production Planning, Project Planning, Administrative Experience, Mentoring, Manufacturing, MRP

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1