Project Coordinator - Business Development

Cando Rail & Terminals; Canada; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work Life Balance with Fixed Schedules

Technical and Leadership Training

Award Winning Safety Culture

Employee Ownership Program

Group Life, AD&D & LTD Insurances

Flexible Health & Dental Benefits

Canada’s Best Managed Company for 9

Job summary

Cando Rail & Terminals is seeking a Project Coordinator to collaborate with the Project Manager and team to develop and execute strategies across operations. You’ll engage in scoping, planning, execution, training, and performance improvement while upholding our safety culture.

The role emphasizes coordinating project phases, vendor management, compliance with HSSE policies, budgeting, and timely completion. Travel across Canada and the US is required.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating projects in industrial environments is preferred.
• Ability to lead teams and manage multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of HSSE policies and regulatory compliance is beneficial.
• Willingness to travel across Canada and the US.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee project phases from scoping to closeout.
• Review processes and identify efficiency improvements.
• Manage subcontractors’ credentials and required documentation.
• Maintain budgets, schedules, and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Support HSSE compliance and QA/QC requirements.
• Provide training and handover to operations teams.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Conflict resolution

Office 365

MS Projects

Education

Diploma in Business or Project Management

Tools

MS Projects

MS Visio

Excel

Job description

The Project Coordinator is responsible, in conjunction with the project manager and project team, to develop and execute strategies for new and existing operations throughout the company. If you enjoy working within a team, problem solving, and a company that promotes a strong safety culture, this opportunity is for you!

Cando provides specialized rail operating services. We provide a wide range of rail services including short line operations, industrial switching, material handling, terminal & transload services, and more. With over 100 operations, we are the 3rd largest locomotive fleet in Canada and growing!

Cando Advantages

• Work Life Balance with Fixed Schedules
• Cando’s Technical and Leadership Training Programs
• Award Winning Safety Culture
• Employee Ownership Program
• Group Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Long-Term Disability Insurances
• Flexible Health & Dental Benefits
• Canada’s Best Managed Company for 9 years!

Job Description

The Project Coordinator is involved in all aspects and phases of the project life cycle including but not limited to initial scoping, proposals, planning, execution, training, ongoing excellence and performance.

General Responsibilities

Project Coordination

• Coordinate and oversee initial planning, design, preparation, execution, and closeout phases of projects under the Project Management Team
• Review and comment on existing processes and operations
• Provide opinion and recommendation with regards to efficiency opportunities and improvements throughout the project life cycle
• Take a lead role in managing subcontractors including vetting credentials, verifying company contractor requirements (ex. Insurance, WCB/WSIB, safety programs), and maintaining all documentation
• Ensure regulatory compliance including monitoring and maintaining all related HSSE policies; confirm all QA/QC requirements are met
• Create, track, and maintain financial records, reports, and processes as required
• Create and implement work systems and procedures as necessary for operational handover and provide adequate training to all team members
• Maintain timelines, budgets, quality, and stakeholder satisfaction
• Implement and execute project management best practices and disciplines
• Act as the Cando site representative as situations require; communicate with all stakeholders as required

Support & Administration

• Support the execution or implementation of new and existing business working with Project Management team
• Must have the ability to travel away from home for extended periods to support new and existing business
• Track all customer interactions and knowledge base
• Build and maintain positive and respectful working relationships with team members

Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities

• Ability to independently plan, organize, and prioritize workload leading to successful implementation of projects in a dynamic environment
• Demonstrate strong leadership qualities including communication, motivational support, teamwork, and conflict resolution skills
• Working knowledge of project management principles and Cando’s service delivery practices
• Advanced computer skills with ability to learn, implement, and share new processes and technologies
• Proficient in the use of Office 365 programs including Outlook, Word, Excel, MS Projects, MS Visio, etc.
• Technical knowledge of marine and/or transload and terminal equipment, metering and regulations
• Advanced knowledge with railway operations, yard management, Class 1 railways and related software
• Awareness of lean management principals and concepts
• Ability to hold and maintain all required certifications required to execute responsibilities
• Ability to travel to various locations throughout the Canada and the US

Education & Experience

• Experience working in a a refinery, marine terminal, railway or related industrial environment
• Experience working with hydrocarbon processes, regulations and equipment
• Experience in railcar handling, TDG and railcar anatomy
• Diploma in Business or Project Management is preferred

Note: This description is not intended to limit the assignment of work or be construed as a complete list of the many duties to be performed by the incumbent. The qualifications are provided so interested candidates understand of the level of expertise required in this position.

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