Project Coordinator

Description:

The Project Coordinator works closely with the Project Manager and various members of the Northec staff to prepare comprehensive action plans, including resources, timelines, and budgets for projects. The Project Coordinator performs coordinating tasks including schedule and risk management, as well as administrative duties, such as document control and progress reports. Success in this role requires excellent time management and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with clients and internal teams, to deliver results on time and on budget.

Job Duties:

• Assist the Project Manager and Site Superintendents in project administration and field work for heavy civil and mining projects
• Assist in the drafting of project proposals, budgets, and schedules.
• Coordinate project schedules, resources, equipment, and information.
• Liaise with clients and various stakeholders to define project requirements, scope, and objectives.
• Maintain regular communication with Site Superintendents and record construction activities.
• Monitor project progress, and address issues as they arise.
• Develop and implement quality control programs.
• Analyze risks and opportunities.
• Identify and resolve conflicts within project teams and associate work; create contingency plans to mitigate risk.
• Follow up on notices of change – estimation, negotiation, bid to client, issuance of contract modifications, delivery planning, and drawings.
• Establish tools and work methods to monitor working hours, work plans, and expenditures.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, plans, and reports.
• Establish and maintain the necessary communications with subcontractors, professionals, and the client.
• Ensure client requirements and industry standards are met throughout the life of the project.
• Actively take part in construction site meetings.
• Perform all other tasks as assigned by the Project Manager.

Qualifications:

• Civil or Mining Engineering degree/diploma and 5-7 years of direct work experience in heavy civil construction or mining; or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience.
• Knowledge of estimating, construction costs, scheduling, and purchasing required
• Bilingualism French and English is a strong asset
• Demonstrated success in project delivery and execution
• Ability to build and maintain relations with vendors, contractors and customers.
• Highly effective negotiation, diplomatic, and conflict resolutions skills.
• Effective communication skills, verbal and in writing.
• Strong knowledge of financial management, technology management, and internal controls.
• Strong problem identification and problem resolution skills.
• Ability to create and edit project documents, materials, and presentations.
• Flexibility to adjust to shifting priorities and deadlines.

Working Conditions:

• Project site/field working conditions (mining).
• Isolated environment.
• Travel is required.
• Overtime as required.
• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals.
• On-site project workspace of various conditions which may include temporary working facilities and exposure to moving, mechanical parts and vibration; high places, and various levels of outside noise and weather;
• There is some risk of injury when working with heavy equipment and power tools;
• PPE required.

Please forward your CV with professional cover letter outlining previous experience and education by way of:

• Email: Employment@northec.ca
• Fax: 705-531-3373
• In Person/By Mail: Northec Construction Inc., 2401 Airport Road, Timmins, Ontario, P4N 7C3