Regional Project Coordinator, Buildings

WSP; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 64,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is looking for a Regional Project Coordinator to support strategic mechanical and electrical projects in Vancouver. The role involves managing project activities, documentation, and communication with stakeholders, while offering opportunities for professional development. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree and have extensive coordination experience, alongside strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Comprehensive employee-focused benefits

Virtual healthcare and wellness programs

Savings programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture or Construction Management.
• Minimum 3-5 years relevant project coordination experience.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Support the execution of all project activities.
• Communicate ideas for improving company processes.
• Document decision processes and ensure project consistency.

Skills

Project Coordination

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management

Tools

EMS Office

Primavera

BIM

Job description

WSPis currently seeking a Regional Project Coordinator for our National Mechanical and Electrical Sub-sector. Under the leadership of the National Director, Commercial and Risk, this role will provide support and assistance to the project teams, particularly in the context of “strategic projects” led by the Mechanical and Electrical Sub-sector. The Regional Project Coordinator will support the execution of all project activities, including project controls, document management, finance and accounting, digital delivery, quality management, and health, safety and environment (HSE).

As a team member, you will be given opportunities to apply your education and experience on complex multidisciplinary projects. You will be challenged to manage multiple priorities, meet tight deadlines, and maintain very high quality. You will gain knowledge through mentorship and skills development, fast-track your professional development to become a strong project contributor with the potential for becoming project manager and obtaining various professional designations including the PMP .

Why WSP?

• A Canadian success story - we'reproudto wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer,
• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada;
• Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open toyourideas and trying new things;
• A collaborativeculture and a workforce filled with genuinelygood peoplewho are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

#WeAre WSP

A day in the life:

• Support projects as a key member of the National Mechanical and Electrical Commercial and Risk Team for projects with total fees between $1,000,000 to $ 100,000,000+ throughout their lifecycle
• Communicate ideas for improving company processes with a positive and constructive attitude
• Keep the Project Manager (PM) and others informed about project status and issues that may negatively impact client relationships
• As a representative of a greater WSP team, demand a high standard of performance from the design and construction team selected to work on your projects
• Work with internal discipline leads to define the scope of work, schedule, risks and financial basis for each project
• Support the development of an overall Project Management Plan which defines the project objectives, scope of work, stakeholders’ responsibilities, master schedule, budget, risks, communication protocols, and success factors
• Document the decision process and communicate to the entire team at appropriate times to maintain consistency and commitment to your needs
• Resolve project issues through the identification of risk and implementation of mitigation measures
• Attend and contribute to multidisciplinary project team meetings internally and externally
• Provide on the job training for project employees as required
• Contribute to the pursuit phase of strategic projects by managing the proposals process with the assistance of proposal coordinators
• Prepare project related documentation as required, such as cost, risk, and action logs, schedules, etc.
• Be an ambassador for all healthy, safety, environment (HSE) and equity, diversity, inclusion (EDI) on your projects and teams

We'd love to hear from you if you have…

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture or Construction Management
• Minimum 3-5 years relevant project coordination experience in engineering delivery on projects including; Institutional, Advanced Manufacturing, Healthcare, Education facilities, and Commercial Buildings
• Software requirements; EMS Office, Primavera, BIM
• Up to date knowledge of best practices and project management tools
• Ability to present technical information in a concise and understandable manner to project stakeholders who lack technical expertise
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Other designations conferred by Industry associations (PMP or others) are considered assets
• You must be flexible and have the ability to work on several projects of varied complexity with minimal supervision in collaboration with multiple supporting elements of the organization

Compensation

Salary range (in British Columbia): $64,300 to $88,400

The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The salary range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.