CAREERS

The Project Coordinator plays a crucial role in supporting the project manager before and during the implementation of various projects.  A self-starter with excellent communication skills and a good negotiator, the candidate must have a business mindset of the irrigation industry, and knowledge and understanding of land-based construction, preferably in irrigation or pipeline. 

The Project Coordinator is mindful of cost control, schedule/plan, HSE, and quality throughout the project.  Must work effectively in a team environment, work well under pressure, manage work, and adapt to changing work environments.  The Project Coordinator must be highly organized, have the ability to manage tight deadlines, and be committed to adhering to WID’s Heath, Safety, and Environment Management System.

Duties and responsibilities include:

• Liaise with all departments to identify and prioritize Capital Projects.
• Minor project development and execution with internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist with soliciting contractors/consultants for capital projects.
• Assist with materials procurement and take-offs for capital projects.
• Assist in creating comprehensive action plans for project execution, participate in project design meetings, and ensure deliverables of the project management team.
• Participate in bid preparation, schedule development, and financial planning.
• Participate in the preparation and adhere to cost budgets and project schedules.
• Ensure reporting requirements are being met.
• Ensures adherence to all company health, safety, and environmental standards, policies, and procedures and maintains ongoing knowledge of local, provincial, and federal guidelines for full compliance. Participates in daily safety meetings as needed.
• Provides leadership, strategic direction, and vision for future growth and development by ensuring that employees are informed, aligned, and accountable.
• Ensure all cost control deliverables are prepared properly, accurately, and submitted on time.
• Responsible for project material deliverables.
• Works closely with Project Manager and Construction Superintendent to develop project schedules and then supports the Construction Team to meet deliverables, schedules and project plans.
• Responsible for the management, identification, and development of change orders in a proactive and timely manner.
• Manage various project specific document control, materials management, logistics.
• Collaborate with project management, operations, and client groups to help resolve issues as required.
• Accountable to understand and meet the conditions of the contract.
• Assist in securing permits and licenses for projects as well as ensuring the construction projects meet safety codes.
• Perform all other reasonable duties as directed by the Project Manager.
• Ensure quality assurance documents are completed and maintained.
• Ability to manage and maintain material inventory.

Project Coordinator Skills and Qualifications

A Project Coordinator requires five (5) years of experience in construction or pipeline projects. Excellent in project management, scheduling, resourceful, a great communicator, and a team player.

Familiarity with facilities, contracts, and subcontract terms is an asset.

Project Coordinator education and training requirements

The candidate may hold a bachelor’s degree in civil or facilities engineering, a CET or PMP, or have construction-related field experience with project engineering management experience.  Experienced in resource control, commercial and contract management, and general management. Must be able to read and understand blueprints and engineering drawings.

A Project Coordinator may also need to earn additional Health and Safety certifications to meet the Western Irrigation District safety standards.