Project Coordinator

3001 TC USA Services Inc; Charleston (SC); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

TC Energy is seeking a Project Coordinator to ensure project activities run smoothly under the Project Manager. You will coordinate resources, meetings, and information, maintain the Project Execution Plan, and track cost and scope changes.

You will work with schedulers and controllers to link cost, risk, and schedule, prepare weekly reports, and assist with risk management plans and gate readiness documentation. Strong MS Office, PMBOK familiarity, and cost control skills are essential.

Qualifications

• University degree or technical college program with 6 years of PM, costing and scheduling experience.
• Knowledge of construction project lifecycle and portfolio management processes.
• Advanced MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• PMBOK knowledge; PMP/AACEI certifications valued.
• FERC knowledge preferred.
• Familiarity with costing and earned value analysis.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project activities to support Project Manager (PM) in determining scope of work.
• Coordinate project activities to develop, update and maintain the Project Execution Plan (PEP).
• Ensure changes in scope and/or cost are incorporated into cost tracking and forecasting activities.
• Coordinate and/or facilitate meetings and prepare weekly status reports.
• Manage the risk register and update and distribute accordingly.
• Work with PM to develop risk management plan.
• Partner with Project Schedulers and Project Controller to ensure linkage of project cost, risk and schedule; attend scheduling and forecast sessions.
• Assemble project updates from Project Team members and present for review to the Project Manager.
• Assist with preparation of the monthly Project Scans/Scorecards as directed.
• Work with Project Team to assemble required documentation for Gate Readiness and/or Assurance Reviews.
• Prepare and provide formal presentations as needed.
• Analyze variances in cost and schedule performance against the baseline estimate and schedule; communicate reasons for variances to management.
• Coordinate bid activities; assist with development of SOW, RFP, bid and contract review.
• Act as liaison between project team and functional groups to coordinate activities that affect project execution.
• Document supplier and contractor performance issues and mitigate with Quality Team.
• Coordinate with Quality Team and other groups to implement corrective actions.
• Provide strategy recommendations when plans must change due to regulatory, contract, or other environments.
• Apply changes after approval to project plans throughout life cycle.
• Collect project data for PHMSA reporting as required.
• Resolve issues from PMs and Management; contribute to continuous improvement of PM tools.

Skills

Project coordination

Costing

Scheduling

Risk management

MS Office

PMBOK familiarity

PMP certification

FERC knowledge

Earned value

Education

University degree

Tools

Version control

Change management

Job description

Determined, imaginative, curious—if these are some of the ways you describe yourself, we want to learn more about you! At TC Energy, we are proud to connect the world to the energy it needs. Guided by our values of safety in every step, personal accountability, one team and active learning, we deliver the critical energy that North America and the world rely on while balancing reliability, affordability and sustainability.

The Opportunity

The Project Coordinator is responsible for all aspects of the project run smoothly and efficiently in support of the Project Manager. This role may be delegated duties by the Project Manager, and/or may take on project management accountability for small, low risk projects.

The Project Coordinator is responsible for coordinating resources, meetings, equipment, and information.

What you’ll do

• Coordinate project activities to support Project Manager (PM) in determining scope of work
• Coordinate project activities to develop, update and maintain the Project Execution Plan (PEP)
• Ensure changes in scope and/or cost are incorporated into cost tracking and forecasting activities
• Coordinate and/or facilitate meetings and prepare weekly status reports
• Manage the risk register, and update and distribute accordingly.
• Work with PM to develop risk management plan
• Partner with Project Schedulers and Project Controller to ensure linkage of project cost, risk and schedule; attend scheduling and forecast sessions; highlight adverse schedule and/or cost variances for corrective actions
• Assemble project updates from Project Team members and present for review to the Project Manager
• Assist with preparation of the monthly Project Scans/Scorecards as directed
• Work with Project Team to assemble required documentation for Gate Readiness and/or Assurance Reviews.
• Prepare and provide formal presentations as needed
• Analyze variances in cost and schedule performance against the baseline estimate and schedule, and communicates reasons for variances to project management; ensures cost and schedule reporting are in alignment
• Coordinate bid activities; assist with development of scope of work (SOW), RFP development, bid and contract review
• Act as liaison between project team and functional groups to coordinate activities that directly affect project execution
• Document Supplier and Contractor performance issues and partner with the Quality Team to mitigate
• Coordinate with the Quality Team and other functional groups to corrective actions are implemented as required
• Provide strategy recommendations to Project Manager when plans must change given the regulatory, contract, or other environments influencing the project
• Apply changes after approval to project plans throughout the project life cycle
• Collect project data for PHMSA reporting as required
• Resolve issues and questions received from Project Managers and Management; Contribute to the continual improvement of the Company’s Project Management tools and processes
• Coordinate with contractors and SMEs to provide Request for Information (RFI) responses timely and accurately
• Assemble required documentation for gate readiness and/or assurance reviews; prepare and provide formal presentations as needed
• Ensure lessons learned log is updated
• Assist Project Manager with M6 notifications and PDIF/WM completion
• Maintain high level of focus on health, safety and environment

Minimum Qualifications

• Relevant post-secondary education, typically a university degree (or graduation from a technical college program) 6 years of experience with project management, costing, and scheduling concepts and practices; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Candidates may also be hired at a lower level based on their relevant experience.
• Working knowledge of construction project life cycle
• Working knowledge of project and portfolio management processes, policies and principles
• Advanced Microsoft Desktop Software; Windows, Word, Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Experience with project management, costing, and scheduling concepts and practices; knowledge and some experience with PMI’s project management body of knowledge (PMBOK); PMP certifications and AACEI certifications highly valued
• Knowledge of FERC process strongly preferred
• Knowledge of financial and earned value analysis concepts, tools and techniques preferred
• Experienced with version control and change management processes, policies, and principles.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to deliver oral and written presentations on project status, to analyze project schedules and costs, and to read and interpret technical reports and drawings
• Effective written, verbal and electronic communication skills
• Demonstrated strategic planning and recognizes the importance of strategic thinking
• Experience with group facilitation and information gathering
• Ability to resolve problems and make effective business decisions; driving value added results
• Ability to accurately obtain, interpret, and transcribe a variety of communications and instructions
• Able to recognize and evaluate risks, hazards, losses and prevent conflicts between activities

Hybrid Work Model

To remain competitive, support our high-performance culture and allow for more flexibility in the way we work, we offer a hybrid work model and flexible dress code for our eligible office-based workforce in Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. #LI-Hybrid

Note: This posting is being used to fill two Project Coordinator positions supporting different teams and project portfolios within the organization. While the core responsibilities and qualifications are similar, the specific assignments and stakeholder groups may vary.

About our business

We are a leader in North American energy infrastructure, spanning Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Every day, our dedicated team proudly connects the world to the energy it needs—moving over 30 per cent of the cleaner-burning natural gas used across the continent. Complemented by strategic ownership and low-risk investments in power generation, our infrastructure fuels industries and generates affordable, reliable and sustainable power across North America, while enabling LNG exports to global markets.

Equal Opportunity

TC Energy is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program supervised by the US government.

We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability.

We are also committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process.

Accommodations

Applicants requiring accommodations or accessible formats are encouraged to contact us at [e-mail] for support.

Legal Authorization

All applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country where the position is based, without restrictions.

Background Screening

Background screening is required for all positions, which may include criminal and/or credit checks.

Additional Information

Offers may be extended at a different level or job title that best aligns with the successful candidate's qualifications.

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Join Our Team

Determined, imaginative, curious—if these are some of the ways you describe yourself, we want to learn more about you! At TC Energy, we are proud to connect the world to the energy it needs. Guided by our values of safety in every step, personal accountability, one team and active learning, we deliver the critical energy that North America and the world rely on while balancing reliability, affordability and sustainability. We are the essential network that connects communities with opportunities, industries with solutions and nations with prosperity. We create meaningful connections that extend beyond pipelines to the fabric of our daily lives; from heating homes to shaping a brighter future. At TC Energy, we believe our people are the driving force behind these vital connections. We are a leader in North American energy infrastructure, spanning Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Every day, our dedicated team proudly connects the world to the energy it needs—moving over 30 per cent of the cleaner-burning natural gas used across the continent. Complemented by strategic ownership and low-risk investments in power generation, our infrastructure fuels industries and generates affordable, reliable and sustainable power across North America, while enabling LNG exports to global markets. Our business is based on the connections we make. By partnering with communities, businesses and leaders across our extensive energy network, we unlock opportunity today and for generations to come.