Resource Coordinator, Rail & Transit

WSP; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Toronto is seeking a Resource Coordinator to join their Transportation Systems team. This role involves coordinating resource allocation for engineering projects, ensuring compliance with documentation, and maintaining communication among project teams. Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of professional experience, with strong skills in communication and software like MS Excel. The firm offers attractive pay and flexible work options.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Comprehensive benefits including virtual healthcare

Wellness platform

Great savings programs

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of professional working experience.

Responsibilities

• Act as a central point of contact for resource-related inquiries.
• Coordinate the allocation of resources based on skillsets and project priorities.
• Generate resource reports to provide stakeholders with an overview of resource usage.
• Foster open communication and collaboration among project teams.
• Assist with candidate selection and interviewing.
• Ensure project documentation compliance.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong computer skills including MS Excel and MS Outlook

Strong work ethic and sense of commitment

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited University or College

Job description

The Opportunity:

At WSP, we’re driven by a shared purpose: creating sustainable, future-ready solutions that shape communities and improve lives. We are seeking a Resource Coordinator to join our Transportation Systems team. In this role, you will report directly to the Resource Manager of Transportation Systems and play a crucial part in facilitating and overseeing project activities.

As a Resource Coordinator on the Transportation Systems team, you will play a vital role in ensuring the efficient and effective allocation of resources necessary for the successful execution of transportation engineering projects. Your primary responsibility will be to facilitate the planning, coordination, and monitoring of resources required to meet project objectives, deadlines, and quality standards. By collaborating with various team members and stakeholders, you will help optimize resource allocation and contribute to the overall success of our projects.

As a member of the Transportation Systems team, you will be given opportunities to apply your education and experience on large, complex projects. You will be challenged to manage multiple priorities, meet tight deadlines, and maintain a very high standard of care. You will gain knowledge through mentorship and skills development, fast-tracking your professional development to becoming a strong Resource Coordinator in the Transportation consulting field.

Why choose WSP?

• Canadiansuccess story - we'reproudto wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
• Enhancethe world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstandingcareer opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open toyourideas and tryingnewthings.
• A phenomenalcollaborativeculture. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, 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.

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What you can expect do here:

• Act as a central point of contact for resource-related inquiries from project managers and other stakeholders;
• Coordinate the allocation of resources, ensuring that they are assigned appropriately to the projects based on skillsets, availability, and project priorities;
• Generate resource reports and dashboards to provide project stakeholders with a clear overview of resource usage, highlighting any concerns or opportunities for improvement;
• Foster open communication and collaboration among project teams;
• Assist with the identification, selection, and interviewing of candidates on a best for project basis;
• Ensure all project documentation is compliant with project formats, company standards, styles, and verification forms;
• Other duties as assigned/required.

What you’ll bring to WSP:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited University or College;
• 3 – 5 years of professional working experience;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Strong computer skills including MS Excel and MS Outlook;
• Strong work ethic and sense of commitment.