Project Coordinator

At Volker Stevin, our Project Coordinators are integral to the success of every project, ensuring smooth operations and the delivery of safe, efficient, and high-quality construction.
If you're eager to take on a role where teamwork, ingenuity, and attention to detail drive outcomes, we invite you to join our team.
Together, we'll continue to set the standard for excellence in construction.

Working as a part of a team, the Project Coordinator will provide overall support for projects within the City of Calgary and surrounding areas.
The Project Coordinator is accountable for managing all aspects of construction projects, including supervision, scheduling, procurement, safety oversight, subcontractor coordination and cost control.
This role will also be accountable for completing quantity take-offs, preparing cost estimates, communicating with crews and sub-trades to determine best work practices.
This role plays a critical part in ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards, while cultivating strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and field teams.

How You'll Add Value

• Manage and direct project teams through clear communication, coordination, and follow-ups to achieve project goals and objectives.
• Establish project procedures aligned with contractual documents and the HSE Manual.
• Ensure all work products meet industry standards and comply with applicable codes and specifications.
• Clearly define and communicate the project scope, schedule, and budget to senior management, participants, and clients.
• Oversee and maintain project schedules and budgets, ensuring alignment with defined goals and objectives.
• Track schedule and budget progress, addressing any deviations to meet project milestones and deadlines.
• Secure approvals for any changes to project scope, budget, or schedule as required.
• Conduct onsite inspections to assess conditions, risks, and activities that may not be detailed in tender documents.
• Attend and actively participate in onsite meetings with clients, stakeholders, sub-trades, suppliers, and team members.
• Prepare and organize bid files, including all supporting information used in estimate preparation.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date contact information for suppliers, subcontractors, and clients.
• Ensure all client interactions are constructive, solution-oriented, and contribute to overall customer satisfaction.
• Supervise construction projects to maintain high service standards, addressing any necessary changes promptly.
• Collaborate with and support field teams to ensure safe operations, steady project progression, and optimized service delivery.
• Actively engage in the company's safety culture, including participating in safety training, meetings, inspections, and addressing safety and environmental concerns.
• Support Site Foremen and Superintendents in conducting safety meetings, reviewing safety minutes, and ensuring concerns are resolved.

What You Bring

• CET, CVT, Construction Project Management Degree/ Diploma, or P.Eng.
  designation preferred; a combination of relevant education and heavy construction experience will be considered.
• 2 - 5 years of relevant experience, with experience in heavy civil construction considered an asset.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification or intent to pursue certification is an asset.
• Prven expertise in reading and interpreting plans and specifications, combined with comprehensive mathematical skills.
• Experience working with construction crews and experience in heavy civil construction is an asset.
• Proven ability to collaborate, coordinate, guide, and support field teams to ensure crews work safely and projects progress efficiently to optimize overall service delivery.
• Professional demeanor with the ability to project a positive image when interacting with the public, internal teams, and external clients.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Project, and Word); experience with software such as InEight, Microsoft Dynamics 365, and Bluebeam is an asset.
• Valid Class 5 Operator's License with a clean driver's abstract (as per Company Policy).
• Flexibility to work extended hours, including overtime, and travel to various remote areas as required.

How We Make It Count

• 100% Employer-Paid Benefits:
  Enjoy industry-leading comprehensive health and wellness coverage
• RRSP:
  Build your future with employer RRSP contributions for eligible employees.
• Long-Term Careers:
  Join a team with an average tenure of 7.3 years across all roles
• Seasonal Rehire Loyalty:
  44% of seasonal employees return year after year
• Professional Growth:
  Access 500+ training courses in safety, upskilling, and leadership development
• Unlimited Potential:
  Be part of a company that supports your goals and helps you succeed

Our Commitment to You

Safety Isn't Just a Priority-It's a Value. Safety is woven into the fabric of who we are and how we operate.
It's not a box we check off; it's a commitment that guides every decision we make, every process we implement, and every project we undertake.
Because at the end of the day, when we say safety is a value, we mean it's a promise we make to our people, families, and the communities we serve.

True to Our Word, True to Our People. Our culture is grounded in humility and authenticity, with a deep commitment to family.
We believe in supporting each other, no matter the role or title.
When we say we care, we mean it-our actions match our words.
Everyone is empowered, valued, and respected, because being 'true to our word' means being 'true to our people.'

Interesting Projects and Skill-Building Work. Volker Stevin is known for its ability to take on complex projects of all sizes, from large-scale infrastructure builds to specialized niche developments to highway maintenance and more.
This diversity in project scope and complexity means that our employees have access to new opportunities across our family of companies that challenge them to think creatively and develop new skills.

Please submit applications/resumes to Volker Stevin Contracting; please reference Job ID # RQ25014

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Thank you for your interest in joining our team.
While we carefully review all submissions, only those whose qualifications closely align with the role will be contacted.