Project Coordinator II

WorkSafeBC; Richmond; On-site; CAD 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined benefit pension

3 weeks vacation

Health care and dental benefits

Leave and earned-time-off

Development opportunities

Job summary

WorkSafeBC's Real Property & Workplace Services (RPWS) team seeks a Project Coordinator II to support workplace projects across Richmond, including enhancements, furniture systems, renovations, and infrastructure. The role focuses on coordinating scope, budgeting, scheduling, and contractor supervision.

The position is based in our Richmond office five days a week. You will oversee contractor activity, manage move and post-occupancy steps, and ensure safety standards while collaborating with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Architectural & Building Technology, Interior Design, Project Management, Facilities Management, or related fields; AutoCAD.
• Minimum of 4 years of directly related project coordination experience in workplace design or building construction.
• Experience with project management of workplace and/or facilities construction is an asset.
• Working knowledge of space planning and design and related regulatory requirements.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Microsoft Word, Excel, and MS Project.
• Valid BC driver's license; travel province-wide and overnight stays.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate complex projects by developing, planning, designing and coordinating all functional, technical, operational and financial aspects under the RPWS Manager.
• Provide oversight for contractors, monitor on-site work for conformity with contract documents and standards.
• Oversee transition activities from renovation/construction to occupancy, including move planning and post-occupancy management.
• Facilitate between internal client groups, senior leadership, external stakeholders, consultants and contractors.
• Prepare design sketches or working drawings using AutoCAD and provide work direction to Project Coordinator I.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and coordinate health and safety activities on-site.

Skills

AutoCAD

MS Project

Communication

Space planning

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Project

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Overview

Our Real Property & Workplace Services (RPWS) team is responsible for real estate, space planning, building operations and infrastructure, project management, sustainability, risk management, and workplace services to all our offices throughout the province.

We're looking for a Project Coordinator II to support the successful delivery of a wide range of workplace projects in the area of workplace enhancements, furniture systems and interior design, renovations and construction, building infrastructure and equipment replacements.

How you'll make a difference: You'll help create a sustainable workplace that allows people to thrive.

Working at WorkSafeBC

We serve the workers and employers across B.C., and we do that best when we're together. It's how we collaborate, learn from one another, and develop our people.

This role is based in our Richmond office five days a week.

Like everything we do, our work model continues to evolve to support those we serve. We remain committed to a work model that strengthens our culture and helps us deliver our best work, while balancing flexibility and a positive employee experience.

What you'll do

As a Project Coordinator II you will:

• Be responsible for coordinating complex projects by developing, planning, designing and coordinating all functional, technical, operational and financial aspects and details of the project under the supervision of the RPWS Manager.
• Provides oversight for contractors, including monitoring and inspecting active job sites to determine if work progress and workmanship is proceeding in conformity with contract documents. Ensure that the quality of work is within departmental standards and is completed in a timely and cost effective manner.
• Oversees transition activities from renovation/construction to occupancy, including: move planning and execution and post-occupancy management.
• Be the facilitator between various stakeholders such as internal client groups, senior leadership, external stakeholders, professional consultants and contractors.
• Prepare design sketches or working drawings using AutoCAD and provide work direction to Project Coordinator I.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and coordinate health and safety activities on-site.
• Consistently models the appropriate level of organizational behaviours expected of all WorkSafeBC employees: responsive, respectful, fair, collaborative, accountable, and forward thinking.

Is this a good fit for you?

We're looking for someone who can:

• Demonstrate Strong Organizational Skills and can initiate and oversee the design and construction processes requires excellent organizational skills.
• Communicate effectively as the key coordinator between multiple stakeholders including client departments, external consultants, and contractors, strong communication skills are essential.
• Be proficient in AutoCAD and Technical Drawing, experience is crucial for preparing design sketches and working drawings.

Your background and experience

• A Bachelor's Degree (Construction Management, Architectural & Building Technology, Interior Design, Project Management, Facilities Management, or related fields would be preferable), and AutoCAD
• Minimum of 4 years of directly related project coordination experience related to workplace design and /or building construction and project management.
• Experience with project management of workplace and/or facilities construction is an asset
• Working knowledge of space planning and design and related regulatory requirements
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Microsoft Word, Excel, and MS Project
• A valid BC driver's license (This position requires the incumbent to travel throughout the province, either flying or driving, and stay overnight).

An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered

Important to know

Before we can finalize any offer of employment, you must:

• Consent to a criminal record check
• Confirm you're legally entitled to work in Canada

Who we are

At WorkSafeBC, we promote safe and healthy workplaces across British Columbia. We partner with workers and employers to save lives and prevent injury, disease, and disability. When work-related injuries or diseases occur, we provide compensation and support injured workers in their recovery, rehabilitation, and safe return to work. We're honoured to serve the 2.49 million workers and 263,000 registered employers in our province.

What's it like to work at WorkSafeBC?

It's challenging, stimulating, and rewarding. Our positions offer diversity and opportunities for professional growth. Every day, the work we do impacts people and changes lives. What we do is important, and so are the people we do it for.

Our ability to make a difference relies on building a team with a rich variety of skills, knowledge, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences that reflect the diversity of the people we serve. We are committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive work culture where everyone can contribute as their best, authentic self.

Learn more: Discover who we are .

Our benefits

As a member of our team, you'll have access to services and benefits that help you get the most out of work - and life. Along with a competitive salary, your total compensation package includes:

• Defined benefit pension plan that provides you with a lifetime monthly pension when you retire
• 3 weeks of vacation in your first year, with regular increases based on years of service
• Extensive health care and dental benefits
• Optional leave and earned-time-off arrangements
• Development opportunities (tuition reimbursement, leadership development, and more)

Learn more: Find out what we offer .

Salary: $40.83 - $49.47/hourly