Project Coordinator

Valard Construction

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Our Major Projects group is currently looking to add a Project Coordinator to our team, based in Amherst, NS supporting the Wasoqonatl Transmission Line project. Reporting to the Project Manager, we are seeking an experienced Construction Project Coordinator to support the planning, execution, and delivery of a large electrical infrastructure project, including project scheduling, cost tracking, and communication between field construction staff and design engineers. This role involves coordinating cross-functional teams, external stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations. This position is site based and works a 6 days on / 1 day off schedule (on a 28 / 14 rotation).

Requirements

Post-Secondary education in a related field
3 years of experience in a project coordination role within the construction industry, with a demonstrated understanding of project management concepts and tools
Previous construction industry experience
Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

Nice To Haves

Working towards Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Experience supporting Electrical Infrastructure projects

Responsibilities

Develop and track project schedules, milestones, and execution plans, collaborating with cross-functional teams on daily production reporting and subcontractor coordination
Analyze data from suppliers, vendors, and subcontractors to aid in the development of procurement strategies that optimize costs, quality, and lead times
Monitor and enforce compliance with safety regulations and quality standards
Report on project financial performance
Maintain and distribute project documentation including daily reports, meeting minutes, and progress updates to internal and external stakeholders
Assist with project closeout activities including compiling as-built documentation, warranty records, final inspection reports, and turnover packages for handoff to the owner or asset management team
Compile and manage daily reporting to the client by compiling daily field reports
Coordinate and monitor daily construction activities ensuring work is progressing in alignment with the project schedule, scope, and quality standards
Review and distribute engineering drawings, design changes, and technical specifications to field teams, confirming that the latest document revisions are being always used on site
Track and manage RFIs, submittents, and non-conformance reports, following up with engineering and project management to ensure timely responses and close-out of outstanding technical items
Support the development and maintenance of project schedules by coordinating with crew forepersons and subcontractors to capture progress updates
Monitor subcontractor performance and scope adherence, reviewing daily production against contract requirements and escalating deviations to the project manager for corrective action.
Assist with health, safety, and environmental compliance on site, participating in safety walks, ensuring JHAs and pre-task plans are completed, and coordinating with the HSE team to address field observations and incident reporting