Travelling Project Coordinator – Commercial & Light Industrial

David Aplin Recruiting; Remote; CAD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction recruitment agency is seeking a Travelling Project Coordinator to oversee the delivery of retail construction projects across Canada. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience in commercial construction, strong communication skills, and the ability to operate independently while travelling. Responsibilities include coordinating teams, tracking project details, and adhering to safety standards. A competitive salary of $85,000 – $100,000 and benefits including vacation and annual bonuses are offered.

Benefits

Annual bonus of 5%

15% travel uplift

3 weeks vacation

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in commercial construction projects.
• Proven ability with RFIs, submittals, and schedules tracking.
• Experience in coordinating subtrades and procurement.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Manager with project execution.
• Track RFIs, submittals, schedules, and change orders.
• Provide guidance to site teams.
• Ensure project compliance with standards.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Job description

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Our client is an established construction company with more than 30 years of success and a rapidly expanding North American footprint. They are looking for a Travelling Project Coordinator to support the end-to-end delivery of large-format retail construction projects across Canada.

About Our Client

With over 30 years of experience, our client has built a strong reputation in the development and construction of commercial, residential, and renovation projects across British Columbia. Recently, they have expanded operations across Canada and the US.

About the Opportunity

You’ll assist with full project delivery, coordinating internal and external teams, track RFIs, submittals, change orders, and schedules, assist with procurement, and serve as a key liaison for clients and stakeholders.

About the Position

As a Travelling Project Coordinator, you will support construction projects from start to finish, for new builds ($10M–$50M) of large-format retail stores, and mall/retail tenant improvements. This role requires strong technical knowledge, organization, and the ability to work independently while travelling.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Manager and Superintendents with project execution across Canada
• Track RFIs, submittals, schedules, and change orders
• Coordinate subtrades, procurement, and documentation from mobilization through closeout
• Provide guidance and support to site teams
• Ensure project adherence to specifications, regulatory requirements, and safety standards
• Maintain strong communication with clients, consultants, trades, and internal teams

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience supporting light industrial or commercial construction projects (e.g., retail store builds, distribution facilities, pre‑engineered steel structures)
• Proven ability to assist with RFIs, submittals, schedules, and change order tracking
• Experience coordinating subtrades, procurement, and documentation from mobilization through closeout
• Strong communicator comfortable working with field and head office teams remotely
• Organized, adaptable, and able to work with minimal supervision while travelling

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $85,000 – $100,000 (depending on experience and travel flexibility)
• Bonus: 5% annually
• LOA: 15% travel uplift added on top of base salary
• Vacation: 3 weeks

At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers.

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