Project Coordinator - Environment

JDS Energy and Mining; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the mining sector is seeking a Project Coordinator to manage a significant mine reclamation initiative in Yukon. The role involves project coordination, stakeholder engagement, and ensuring adherence to safety and environmental standards. The ideal candidate will possess a background in engineering or environmental science, with strong organizational and communication skills. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for community collaboration and professional growth.

Benefits

Health Savings Account

Vacation starts at two weeks per year

Travel time paid to project site

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in project controls or management.
• Knowledge of Yukon legislation and remediation best practices.

Responsibilities

• Drive progress by planning, executing, and monitoring project activities.
• Engage with First Nations communities and stakeholders.
• Promote a culture of health and safety throughout the project.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication

Education

Background in Engineering

Environmental Science

Tools

Excel

Word

SharePoint

Teams

Primavera P6

Job description

JDS is seeking a motivated and highly organized Project Coordinator to join our team advancing a multi-phase remediation project near Carmacks, Yukon. This role is pivotal in ensuring the successful execution of a significant mine reclamation initiative that is critically important to federal, territorial, and First Nation governments, as well as other stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will have a background in engineering, environmental science, and / or project coordination within the mining, construction, and / or environmental remediation sectors, coupled with a proven ability to manage stakeholder relationships effectively. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and contribute to a project that prioritizes sustainability, collaboration, and community partnership.

The work schedule will include a mix of standard 40-hour office work weeks, with site visits and stakeholder meetings in various locations.

Responsibilities :

• Promote and adhere to the JDS Way :

A ccept No Mediocrity

• C onduct Business Professionally, Ethically, & Practically
• T rue to Our Word
• I nsist on the Highest Standard of Leadership, Teamwork, and Accountability
• O pen & Honest Communication Shared Both Internally and With Customers
• N o Harm to People, Environment, Assets, or Reputation
• Perform work such as :

Project Coordination :

Drive progress by planning, executing, and monitoring project activities across multiple tasks / phases.

• General site coordination for care & maintenance work and site programs, supporting by the Site Manager.
• Development of RFQs, RFPs, and bid evaluations.
• Hiring and managing contractors, reviewing invoices, and negotiating contracts.
• Planning site programs and supporting their execution through coordination and procurement. Examples of site programs include drilling programs, soil remediation, environmental monitoring, infrastructure and equipment upgrades / maintenance.
• Management of technical and environmental desktop scopes.
• Management of subconsultants.
• Project Controls :

Budget development, change management, and cost tracking and reporting.

• Reviewing weekly timesheets, contractor invoices, monthly invoices from JV partners, and entering data into the project control system.
• Maintaining the project Work Breakdown Structure.
• Soliciting quotes from subcontractors / subconsultants.
• Requesting Purchase Orders from Accounts Payable.
• Developing and utilizing change management tools such as change notices, change orders, RFIs, DCRs, from both the owner and consultant / contractor side, ensuring a high level of detail and accuracy.
• Tracking and projecting project revenue.

Cost estimating for project activities to support budgets and change management.

• Contributing to and maintaining detailed project schedules.
• Communications & Reporting :

Leading, coordinating, and documenting meetings.

• Reporting to the project team and Board, federal government, and First Nation government.
• General Administration :

Organization and filing of project documentation, including vendor proposals, quotes, purchase orders, invoices, reports, etc.

• Engagement : (supported by Engagement Lead)

General coordination and liaison between project teams, federal government, and First Nation governments.

• Engaging with the local First Nations community to communicate the work completed on site and various opportunities.
• Promote collaboration and mutual understanding through culturally sensitive practices.
• Support communication and reporting pertaining to agreements, partnerships, and plans with First Nations, communities, and other key stakeholders.
• Prepare and deliver project updates and reports to the First Nation government and local community in meetings, workshops, and community consultation events.
• Health and Safety :

Promote a culture of health and safety throughout all phases of the project.

Working Place :

Department :

JDS is seeking a motivated and highly organized Project Coordinator to join our team advancing a multi-phase remediation project near Carmacks, Yukon. This role is pivotal in ensuring the successful execution of a significant mine reclamation initiative that is critically important to federal, territorial, and First Nation governments, as well as other stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will have a background in engineering, environmental science, and / or project coordination within the mining, construction, and / or environmental remediation sectors, coupled with a proven ability to manage stakeholder relationships effectively. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and contribute to a project that prioritizes sustainability, collaboration, and community partnership.

The work schedule will include a mix of standard 40-hour office work weeks, with site visits and stakeholder meetings in various locations.

Responsibilities :

• Promote and adhere to the JDS Way :

A ccept No Mediocrity

• C onduct Business Professionally, Ethically, & Practically
• T rue to Our Word
• I nsist on the Highest Standard of Leadership, Teamwork, and Accountability
• O pen & Honest Communication Shared Both Internally and With Customers
• N o Harm to People, Environment, Assets, or Reputation
• Perform work such as :

Project Coordination :

Drive progress by planning, executing, and monitoring project activities across multiple tasks / phases.

• General site coordination for care & maintenance work and site programs, supporting by the Site Manager.
• Development of RFQs, RFPs, and bid evaluations.
• Hiring and managing contractors, reviewing invoices, and negotiating contracts.
• Planning site programs and supporting their execution through coordination and procurement. Examples of site programs include drilling programs, soil remediation, environmental monitoring, infrastructure and equipment upgrades / maintenance.
• Management of technical and environmental desktop scopes.
• Management of subconsultants.
• Project Controls :

Budget development, change management, and cost tracking and reporting.

• Reviewing weekly timesheets, contractor invoices, monthly invoices from JV partners, and entering data into the project control system.
• Maintaining the project Work Breakdown Structure.
• Soliciting quotes from subcontractors / subconsultants.
• Requesting Purchase Orders from Accounts Payable.
• Developing and utilizing change management tools such as change notices, change orders, RFIs, DCRs, from both the owner and consultant / contractor side, ensuring a high level of detail and accuracy.
• Tracking and projecting project revenue.

Cost estimating for project activities to support budgets and change management.

• Contributing to and maintaining detailed project schedules.
• Communications & Reporting :

Leading, coordinating, and documenting meetings.

• Reporting to the project team and Board, federal government, and First Nation government.
• General Administration :

Organization and filing of project documentation, including vendor proposals, quotes, purchase orders, invoices, reports, etc.

• Engagement : (supported by Engagement Lead)

General coordination and liaison between project teams, federal government, and First Nation governments.

• Engaging with the local First Nations community to communicate the work completed on site and various opportunities.
• Promote collaboration and mutual understanding through culturally sensitive practices.
• Support communication and reporting pertaining to agreements, partnerships, and plans with First Nations, communities, and other key stakeholders.
• Prepare and deliver project updates and reports to the First Nation government and local community in meetings, workshops, and community consultation events.
• Health and Safety :

Promote a culture of health and safety throughout all phases of the project.

• Background in Engineering (Mining, Mechanical, Environmental) or related sciences.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in project controls or management in a relevant field.
• Understanding of project cost control fundamentals with analytical skills and experience in financial analysis, modeling, and budget methodologies.
• Experienced working in reclamation and care and maintenance, preferably with a focus on closed mine sites is considered an asset. Relevant experience in Yukon or similar regions is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of applicable Yukon legislation and remediation best practices is considered an asset.
• Demonstrated experience working with a range of stakeholders including First Nations communities, government, and regulatory bodies. Relevant experience in the Yukon or similar regions is considered an asset.
• Proficient in implementing change management tools and managing budgets.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and technical skills with a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex data.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, SharePoint, and Teams is required.
• Familiarity with Primavera P6 is considered an asset.
• Ability to work in remote and challenging environments.
• Based in Vancouver, Whitehorse, or willing to relocate is a strong asset. Accommodation will be provided while on site.
• Valid Driver's license required (minimum of Class 5).
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test.

Character :

• Must be enthusiastic and motivated to be part of a high-performing multidisciplinary team focused on driving maximum resource development value for our internal and external clients.
• Must be willing to take responsibility for project performance and internally motivated to set and achieve goals / targets.
• Must be detail oriented.
• Must be open and honest in all communications internally and externally.
• Must have strong English written and verbal communication skills.

Compensation :

• Compensation is based on experience. (approx. $65 / hr)
• Compensation is based on actual hours of work performed (hourly as opposed to salary).
• Travel time to / from a project site is paid from point of hire up to a maximum of 8 hours per travel day.
• Time off will be accommodated with appropriate advanced notice to the MNRP Project Manager.
• Vacation starts at two weeks per years (and included in hourly compensation). Additional un-paid time off is available based on project workload.
• A Health Savings Account is provided.

Work Schedule :

• Work in the office is capped at 10 hours per day, with 8 hours per day as standard.
• On-site work is capped at 12 hours per day.

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