Project Coordinator, New Graduate

Jobtailor; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledcor is seeking a Project Coordinator to ensure smooth day-to-day operations, keeping projects on time and within budget across Western Canada. You will assist in estimating, planning, procurement, and coordination with the Project Manager, subcontractors, and field teams.

The role requires reading construction documents, strong communication, and the ability to work on remote sites with a 14 days on/7 days off shift. Travel across Western Canada is expected as part of project execution.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Degree or Diploma in Engineering.
• Open to travel for project work on sites across Western Canada, including shift, camp and outdoor work.
• Up to 2 years related work experience is an asset but not required; co-op/internships and labour positions will be considered.
• Strong written and communication skills.
• Able to read and understand construction documents.
• Strong technical skills, including experience with MS Word and Excel.
• Ability to solve problems based on clearly defined procedures.
• Ability to work at remote sites throughout Western Canada.
• Typical shift of 14 days on and 7 days off.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth day-to-day operations so projects are completed on time and within budget
• Help estimate new and upcoming projects
• Assist in developing execution strategies for large and complex powerline construction projects
• Coordinate resources with the Project Manager to meet operational objectives
• Assist with project plans and schedules
• Ensure safety and quality control
• Work with project teams, subcontractors, and other stakeholders
• Promote the overall Ledcor site safety program
• Assist with subcontractor and supplier selection, procurement, and negotiations
• Support project start-up systems and procedures, including site trailer/office setup and master filing systems
• Assist with project billings and cost accounting setup
• Create and maintain project directories
• Review and distribute documentation; prepare correspondence and meeting minutes
• Track project milestones and financial deadlines
• Maintain files, logs, drawings, and specifications
• Support subcontract management throughout projects
• Coordinate and maintain request for information (RFI) processes, logs, and binders
• Create, input, update, and review project schedules
• Follow up on distribution and review of drawings, logs, and transmittals
• Prepare purchase requisitions and assist with materials and equipment procurement
• Organize project close-out, turnover documents, site demobilization, and documentation archiving
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly project control and reporting

Skills

Project Coordination

Strong Written Communication

Problem-Solving Ability

Education

Degree or Diploma in Engineering

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

• Ensure smooth day-to-day operations so projects are completed on time and within budget
• Help estimate new and upcoming projects
• Assist in developing execution strategies for large and complex powerline construction projects
• Coordinate resources with the Project Manager to meet operational objectives
• Assist with project plans and schedules
• Ensure safety and quality control
• Work with project teams, subcontractors, and other stakeholders
• Promote the overall Ledcor site safety program
• Assist with subcontractor and supplier selection, procurement, and negotiations
• Support project start-up systems and procedures, including site trailer/office setup and master filing systems
• Assist with project billings and cost accounting setup
• Create and maintain project directories
• Review and distribute documentation; prepare correspondence and meeting minutes
• Track project milestones and financial deadlines
• Maintain files, logs, drawings, and specifications
• Support subcontract management throughout projects
• Coordinate and maintain request for information (RFI) processes, logs, and binders
• Create, input, update, and review project schedules
• Follow up on distribution and review of drawings, logs, and transmittals
• Prepare purchase requisitions and assist with materials and equipment procurement
• Organize project close-out, turnover documents, site demobilization, and documentation archiving
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly project control and reporting

Requirements

• Completion of a Degree or Diploma in Engineering
• Open to travel for project work on sites across Western Canada, including shift, camp and outdoor work
• Up to 2 years related work experience is an asset but not required; co-op/internships and labour positions will be considered
• Strong written and communication skills
• Able to read and understand construction documents
• Strong technical skills, including experience with MS Word and Excel
• Ability to solve problems based on clearly defined procedures
• Ability to work at remote sites throughout Western Canada
• Typical shift of 14 days on and 7 days off

Core Competencies

Demonstrates strong project coordination and execution capabilities, with a focus on safety, quality control, and effective communication. Proficient in managing project schedules, documentation, and procurement processes in the construction industry.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Project Coordination
• Safety and Quality Control
• Construction Document Review
• MS Word and Excel Proficiency
• Procurement and Negotiation

Hard Skills

• Project Scheduling
• Cost Accounting
• Documentation Management
• RFI Process Coordination
• Project Control and Reporting

Soft Skills

• Strong Written Communication
• Problem-Solving Ability

Certifications & Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Engineering

Industry Keywords

• Powerline Construction
• Subcontract Management
• Project Start-Up Systems
• Western Canada Project Work
• Site Safety Program