Project Coordinator, Heavy Civil Construction – Remote Project Sites in BC

Jim Dent Construction; Terrace; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A heavy civil construction company seeks a Project Coordinator to manage project documentation and schedules. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a background in civil engineering or related fields. Responsibilities include coordinating project activities, reporting, and fostering relationships across multiple teams. A minimum of 3 years in heavy civil construction and proficiency in Microsoft Office are required. This position requires flexibility for remote work across British Columbia.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a heavy civil construction environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage the day-to-day administrative requirements of projects.
• Develop and update project schedules with project leads.
• Prepare and submit regular reports to site leadership.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Cost control

Microsoft Office Suite

Organizational skills

Education

Post-secondary education in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Jim Dent Construction, headquartered in Hope, BC, is a respected and long-standing leader in heavy civil construction across British Columbia. With a proven track record of successfully delivering complex infrastructure projects, we’ve built a strong reputation for reliability, performance, and results. Our diverse and highly skilled team brings technical expertise and leadership to every stage of project delivery.

Team & Culture

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic heavy civil construction environment and remains composed and effective under pressure. They are self-motivated, adaptable, and responsive to direction. In the Project Coordinator role, this individual will work collaboratively with site teams and corporate head office staff, fostering strong cross-functional relationships. A team-oriented mindset and excellent communication skills are essential. The successful candidate will also demonstrate strong problem‑solving abilities and be willing to work on remote project sites throughout British Columbia.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage the day-to-day administrative requirements of heavy civil construction projects, ensuring all documentation, records, and project controls are accurate, current, and properly filed in accordance with company standards.
• Develop, monitor, and update project schedules in collaboration with the Project Manager and department leads.
• Proactively communicate key project plans, upcoming activities, potential risks, and areas of concern to internal and external stakeholders.
• Work independently to manage priorities and deadlines while effectively taking direction and guidance from multiple leaders, including Project Managers, Superintendents, and corporate department managers.
• Prepare and submit regular reports to site leadership and corporate head office, including progress updates, cost tracking, production metrics, procurement logs, subcontractor coordination, and other project performance indicators.
• Foster strong working relationships with field operations, estimating, accounting, procurement, equipment, safety, HR and senior leadership teams. Maintain open lines of communication to support collaboration and efficient problem resolution.
• Support contract administration activities, including change management, RFI tracking, submittals, and document control, ensuring compliance with contract requirements and company procedures.
• Apply creative and practical problem‑solving skills to address project challenges in a fast‑paced construction environment.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Post‑secondary education in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a heavy civil construction environment is an asset.
• Demonstrated understanding of cost control processes within a civil construction setting.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, Outlook, and Microsoft Project or similar scheduling software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare professional correspondence, technical reports, meeting minutes, and clearly communicate with field crews, subcontractors, consultants, and corporate stakeholders.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet tight deadlines, and maintain accuracy in a fast‑paced, dynamic project environment.
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams and taking direction from multiple leaders.
• Flexibility and willingness to travel to and work on remote project sites, including camp‑based assignments, throughout British Columbia.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence with a clean driving record.

Notice: This position is strictly located on remote job sites throughout BC.