Project Coordinator - FIFA World Cup

Sodexo; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent event management company in Vancouver is seeking a Project Coordinator to support the entire planning and execution of the FIFA World Cup. You will handle administrative details, ensure project timelines are met, and act as the liaison between various teams. Ideal candidates should have a bachelor's degree and 1-3 years of experience in project coordination. This role requires strong prioritization skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. There's a competitive hourly pay of $27.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of experience in administrative support or junior project coordination.
• Exceptional ability to prioritize high workload and manage multiple overlapping deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written skills for reporting progress and negotiating.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update critical files, including project plans and reports.
• Monitor project timelines and deadlines, highlighting risks or dependencies.
• Facilitate clear information flow between departments, clients, and vendors.

Skills

Prioritization

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem-solving

Microsoft Project

Asana

Trello

Jira

MS Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, project management, or related field

Job description

Job Listing: Project Coordinator

At Sodexo Live!, we take pride in crafting exceptional events at the most prestigious venues on the planet and creating lasting memories for fans, visitors, guests and team members. Working with Sodexo Live! is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater. Here, you'll build a career where 'everyday' is anything but normal.

Our experiences are unique, and so are our people. Bring your personality, your background and your desire to delight others. In return, we'll give you all you need to thrive. After giving it all, you'll return home knowing that you've played your part in creating a truly unforgettable moment.

Location

We are seeking an experienced Project Coordinator for FIFA World Cup!

Contract Duration

• This is a 6 Month Contract**

Job Overview

Sodexo Live! at BC Place is proud to welcome the world to Vancouver during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. As we prepare to deliver an unforgettable global event, we are expanding our team and seeking a Project Coordinator to support planning, coordination, and execution across this landmark tournament. A Project Coordinator - FIFA World Cup, acts as an operational bridge between the project manager, clients, partners and internal teams to ensure the project is delivered on time and up to the standards required. Unlike a project manager who develops the overall strategy and bird's-eye view, the coordinator focuses on the day-to-day implementation and administrative details.

Essential Responsibilities

• Maintains and updates critical files, including project plans, meeting minutes, contracts, and progress reports.
• Monitors project timelines and deadlines, individual task completion, highlighting any risks or dependencies that might cause delays.
• Acts as the primary point of contact, facilitating clear information flow between departments, clients, and vendors.
• Schedules and facilitates meetings, prepares agendas, and ensures action items are followed up on.
• Assists with budget monitoring, tracking expenditures, processing invoices, and ensuring the team has necessary supplies.

Qualifications / Skills

• Exceptional ability to prioritize a high workload and manage multiple overlapping deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written skills for reporting progress and negotiating with vendors.
• Identifying challenges early and developing practical solutions to prevent project stalls.
• Mastery of project management tools like Microsoft Project, Asana, Trello, or Jira, as well as the MS Office Suite.
• A bachelor's degree in business administration, project management, or a field related to the f&b industry is standard.
• 1 to 3 years of experience in administrative support or junior project coordination.

Other Requirements

• Able to work effectively and safely while subject to wet floors, temperature extremes and excessive noise; must be able to lift up to 50 pounds in weight; must be able to maneuver in an often tightly-quartered environment.
• Hours may be extended or irregular to include nights, weekends and holidays.

Thank you for expressing interest in employment with Sodexo Live!. While only those candidates considered for this position will be contacted, your resume will remain on file for 90 days.

Sodexo Live! is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.

Salary: $27 per hour

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