Project Coordinator Co-op student

Clark Builders; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark Builders is seeking enthusiastic Project Coordinator Co-op Students for a 4, 8, or 12-month term starting May 2025 in the Okanagan Region. As part of the team, you will support project managers in coordinating tasks such as tendering, document control, and maintaining project schedules, all while nurturing client and trade partner relationships.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree or diploma in a construction related discipline.
• Experience as a Project Coordinator in construction is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support project startups including tendering and bid evaluations.
• Manage project execution and documentation control.
• Assist with project closeout responsibilities including inspections and managing O&M manuals.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Analytical Thinking

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in a construction related discipline

Tools

Procore

Last Planner System

Job description

At Clark Builders, we’re more than a construction company — we’re purpose driven pa rtners committed to building stronger communities. Serving institutional, commercial, and industrial clients across Western and Northern Canada since 1974, we bring a relationship-based approach, deep expertise , and a commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability to everything we do. As part of the Turner Construction family, we offer the personalized culture of a local team with the strength of a global leader. Learn more about our Purpose and what drives us by visiting our Who We Are page.

Clark Builders is looking for enthusiastic Project Coordinator Co-op Students to assist with various projects across the Okanagan Region. These roles will support the Project Manager(s) and Superintendent in all aspects of the construction process including monitoring project plans, schedules, organizing and participating in stakeholder meetings, and ensuring that project deadlines are met in a timely manner. These will be 4, 8 or 12-month work terms starting May 2025.

Reports to: Project Manager(s)

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supporting in project startups with responsibilities including but not limited to, tendering and bid evaluations, subcontract preparation, utilities and site services applications, permit applications, quantity take-offs, assisting in development of the project communication plan and managing project schedule
• Project execution and document control responsibilities including Request for Information (RFI), Site Instructions (SI), Submittals, Change Requests (CRX), Change Orders (CO)
• Project closeout responsibilities including assisting with inspections, owner training, managing the O&M Manuals, reviewing, tracking and communicating punch and deficiency lists, removing all insurance, closeout of utilities and site services, and removing temporary facilities
• Maintain the integrity of the QA/QC plan
• Facilitate, record and compile meeting minutes; follow up on action items
• Track productivity and performance of the project
• Project accounting basics
• Adhere to Clark Builders’ policies and procedures and aid others in compliance
• Support and grow ongoing trade partner and client relationships

Skills and Knowledge:

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Analytical thinker with ability to interpret complex information and recommend innovative solutions
• Enjoys working in a team environment, performing deadline-driven tasks to resolve project challenges of varying complexity
• Understanding the principles of Lean thinking, collaborative planning, and continuous improvement
• The ability to read, understand and interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Live Clark Builders CORE Values: Have a Can-Do Attitude, Respect Others, Succeed as a Team, Lead with Courage and Deliver Results

Qualifications:

• Pursuing a Bachelors' degree, diploma or 2-year certificate in a construction related discipline
• Experience working as a Project Coordinator for a Commercial, Industrial, or Institutional Construction organization previously is an asset
• Experience with Procore is an asset
• Experience with Last Planner System is an asset
• Experience with collaborative pull planning is an asset
• Experience with various types of construction contracts is an asset

Ready to build your career with us? Apply now and join a team that’s making a real impact.

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