Utility Coordinator

Seymour Pacific Developments; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Utility Coordinator responsible for managing utility services for construction projects. The successful candidate will collaborate with teams, handle permits, provide design support, and ensure timely communication regarding project utilities. Candidates should have post-secondary education in relevant fields and strong problem-solving skills. We offer competitive wages and a supportive work environment focused on inclusivity.

Benefits

Excellent wages and benefits

Variety of training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in utility industry is an added advantage.
• Ability to interpret electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate utility permits and approvals.
• Provide design support to utility providers.
• Communicate utility timelines with stakeholders.

Skills

Problem solving

Customer service

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Professional communication

Education

Post-secondary education in engineering or construction/project management

Tools

Construction management software

MS Office Suite

Bluebeam or alternate PDF editor

MS Project

Job description

The UC is responsible for technical and administrative tasks associated with all services (power, gas, telecoms and water) for each construction project from pre-construction through project completion. The role will collaborate with civil team, communicating and resolving conflicts while assisting the GM operations and Construction Managers in ensuring project site is set up with no delays to the project.

Your contributions to the team:

• Timely application of services (temporary & permanent) with relevant utility providers in each province
• Coordinate utility permits and approvals with internal and external stakeholders
• Provide design support to utility providers where necessary
• Read and interpret site utility plans
• Coordinate utility conflict resolutions
• Communicate utility timelines with service providers and project team
• Assist in organizing utility coordination meetings
• Communicate relevant project information to internal and external stakeholders

What you need to be successful:

• Post-secondary education in engineering, construction/ project management
• Working experience with construction management software
• Strong problem solving and customer service skills
• Ability to work in a changing environment
• Attention to detail and multitasking skills
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifically electrical & mechanical drawings
• Experience within the utility industry is an added advantage
• MS Office Suite
• Bluebeam or alternate pdf editor
• Knowledge of MS Project is an added advantage

Why Seymour Pacific?

Seymour Pacific Developments is an industry leader in building multi-family homes with unparalleled speed and efficiency. We develop and build over 1000 units a year by leveraging effective teamwork and industry expertise. We offer excellent wages and benefits, as well as a variety of training for employees who are motivated to succeed and want to expand their horizons.

Seymour Pacific Developments practices equal opportunity hiring and onboarding processes to ensure equal access and participation for everyone. We understand that we have a responsibility for ensuring a safe, dignified, and welcoming environment and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees irrespective of race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by law. We believe in integrating people with disabilities into our workforce by removing barriers and meeting accessibility needs.