Junior Project Manager

Simpcw Resources Group • Kamloops, BC

8d • CA$90,000 - CA$115,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Simpcw Resources Group (SRG) is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Project Manager to support the planning, coordination, and execution of projects throughout Simpcw’ulécw. This role is based in our Barriere or Clearwater office and is ideal for an emerging Project Manager to work alongside our existing Construction Management and Project Management team. This opportunity offers on-the-job mentorship and learning opportunities to expand knowledge and experience on mid-complexity assignments. The ideal candidate will have experience with construction project coordination with a passion to gain a deeper understanding of project cost control, contract administration, and resource planning.

Requirements

• Diploma in Civil Technology or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science or Construction Management. Demonstrated equivalent work experience in a related field may be considered as acceptable alternative to education credential.
• Minimum 3 years experience in construction or project delivery, preferably acting in a project coordinator or similar role, including earthworks, linear infrastructure, watercourse crossings, remediation, pipelines, or similar project nature.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent assignments with competing priorities.
• Proficient written and verbal communications.
• Proficient with MS Office including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Knowledge of procurement and contract administration.
• Understanding of complete project lifecycle from pursuit to closeout.
• Ability and willingness to travel to remote project locations and work out of town for consecutive days or rotations, as dictated by project requirements.
• Familiar with interrelationships and roles within a project team including project management, field execution, QA/QC, project controls, commercial management, safety, environmental, etc., and how contributions and decisions from one function can impact overall project delivery.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with cost estimating and scheduling software is preferred.
• Experience working with Indigenous communities is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning, execution, monitoring, and closing of projects.
• Support the development and maintenance of project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Track project milestones, contract deliverables, and deadlines.
• Monitor project performance metrics including tracking of quantities to report on progress and project health.
• Maintain contract correspondence including RFI, OFI and NCR logs.
• Assist with resource planning and task assignments including coordination with other divisions to maximize utilization.
• Identify potential project risks and opportunities and collaborate with project resources to implement effective mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate project meetings and create accurate records of communication.
• Maintain project documentation and ensure records are accurate and up to date.
• Carefully monitor the contracted scope of work and identify scope changes.
• Promote a positive safety culture and maintain a high degree of knowledge in HSE regulations and client-specific requirements.
• Ensure projects comply with quality specifications, safety standards, and company policy.
• Escalate issues when appropriate and actively seek advice from peers.
• Contribute to the improvement of company policy and procedure.
• Lead problem solving and act as the primary point of contact for project related challenges.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and expertise ($90,000 - $115,000 per year).
• Supportive, team-first culture.
• Extended Health & Dental coverage.
• Employer-matched Registered Pension Plan (RPP) program.
• Three (3) weeks of vacation, accrued each year.
• Personal Time Off (PTO) program.
• Career growth & development opportunities including on-the-job learning, formal training, and reimbursement for relevant tuition and professional memberships.
• Inclusive environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree