Project Coordinator/ Junior Estimator

Municipal Group of Companies; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm in Fredericton is seeking a Project Coordinator/Junior Estimator to manage project planning and execution. The successful candidate will work closely with project managers and be involved in all stages of construction projects. A post-secondary education in Civil Engineering and strong communication skills are required. This role offers opportunities to support various projects and involve traveling to different sites.

Qualifications

• Working towards Post-secondary education in Civil Engineering.
• Previous experience or solid knowledge of Heavy Civil Construction.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License.
• Ability to work as part of a construction team.
• Ability to travel to support various projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage job plans, drawings, and specifications.
• Manage materials quotations and deliveries.
• Manage project schedules.
• Confirm quantities on unit price contracts.
• Materials and quantity take-offs.
• Assist in quality control activities.
• Work with and report to Project Managers and Superintendents.
• Coordinate project life cycle from planning to completion.
• Track project progress and costs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Planning skills

Team collaboration

Education

Post-secondary education in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Dexter Construction part of the Municipal Group of Companies operates a construction branch in New Brunswick. Dexter Construction is looking for a dedicated individual with willingness to learn new skills and work on various projects around the Woodstock/Fredericton area.

Job Summary

The Project Coordinator/ Junior Estimator is responsible for planning, executing, and delivering Company projects on time, within budget, and in accordance with specifications. The Project Coordinator/ Junior Estimator will define project requirements and scope, acquire project resources, and supervise the efforts of project team members.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Manage job plans, drawings, and specifications
• Manage materials quotations and deliveries
• Manage project schedules
• Confirm quantities on unit price contracts
• Materials and quantity take-offs
• Assist in quality control activities
• Working with and reporting to various Project Managers and Superintendents
• Coordinate project life cycle, from the initial planning, bidding, and operations, up to project Completion
• Appropriately track project progress, and track all project costs
• Any other duties as required

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, and Experience

• Working towards Post-secondary education in Civil Engineering;
• Previous experience or solid knowledge of Heavy Civil Construction
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License
• Ability to work as part of a construction team;
• Ability to travel to support various projects.
• High attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Utilizes strong organizational and planning skills;
• Strong computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)