Project Administrator

Location: Saskatoon, SK
Wage: $24-$29/hour, depending on experience
Timeline: Full-time/part-time, 12-18 month contract, with the possibility of transition into a permanent role
Work schedule: Work time is flexible but would typically include five eight-hour days, with the option to work from home on a hybrid basis in coordination with your supervisor.
Travel: Visits to various sites around Saskatchewan may be required on occasion.

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We’re looking for the kinds of people who are looking for us. ​

We value our people. Pier’s work culture runs on collaboration and innovation. Are you looking for an exceptional work environment?​

We empower our people. Pier avoids silos and enables team members with unique engineering and construction opportunities. Are you looking to reach your full potential?

We invest in our people. Pier provides regular training and educational opportunities for all team members. Are you looking to advance your professional practice? ​

We support our people. Pier cares about your personal and professional wellbeing. Are you looking for work-life balance?

We are generous with our people. Pier offers industry-leading compensation and benefits packages. Are you looking for stability? ​

Are you looking to join the most innovative short-span bridge team in Canada? We are looking for you!

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Job Description

We’re looking for a highly motivated self-starter to join our team in Saskatoon. As Pier Solutions’ project administrator, you will be tasked with assisting project managers to ensure projects are completed on time and on budget. Reporting to the Director of Operations in Saskatchewan, your job duties will include:

• Project Coordination
  
  
  
  • Tracking project milestones by reviewing time cards and following up with subcontractors
  
  
  • Completing purchase orders by lining up materials and labour with various suppliers
  
  
  
  


• Project Administration
  
  
  
  • Assisting with project estimation by calling suppliers, pricing materials, and ensuring there are no gaps in the project scope
  
  
  • Drafting project proposals and gathering necessary submittals
  
  
  
  


• Office Administration
  
  
  
  • Archiving past projects and assisting with completion reports
  
  
  • Organizing project and overhead documentation
  
  
  • Collecting receipts and other paperwork from job sites to ensure information is gathered on a timely basis
  
  
  
  

Tasks associated with this role may be altered at the discretion of the supervisor.

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Education and Experience

• 3-5 years of administrative experience, preferably in the construction industry


• Completion of a degree or diploma program would be considered an asset

Skills and Competencies

• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills

• Exceptional planning and organizational skills


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, and Outlook)


• A valid drivers’ license is a requirement

Character

• Keen to learn and contribute


• Self-motivated with a strong attention to detail


• Able to communicate clearly and effectively


• Collaborative, innovative, and creative style

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Our Mission

Bridges in rural Manitoba and Saskatchewan are being replaced instead of repaired or neglected instead of maintained, adding undue cost to taxpayers.

Our Solution: we collaborate with local leaders to provide fiscally responsible, proactive, and preventative maintenance options.

Our Advantage: we empower clients by uniquely combining engineering and construction expertise. 

Our clients include municipal, provincial, and federal governments, First Nations peoples, short-line rail companies, and trail associations. Our body of work consists of vehicular, rail and pedestrian bridges.

Apply today to join Manitoba and Saskatchewan’s leading short-span bridge company! Find out more about us at www.pier-solutions.ca