Project Coordinator

ABOUT WALES MCLELLAND

Wales McLelland Construction (WM) is an industry leader, well established in BC, working mainly in the Lower Mainland. We have been in operation for over 50 years. Our success has been driven by and is thanks to our employees’ years of experience and excellence in the field. They’re the reason why we have a name that our partners trust.

Simply put, we’re family, and we’re always looking to welcome new talent to the team.  We are a general contractor that provides pre-construction, design-build, and construction management services for industrial, commercial, and institutional clients, we specialize in tilt-up construction.  Our Company values guide everything we do, at Wales McLelland our values include Safety, Professionalism, Integrity, Respect, and Commitment.

POSITION SUMMARY: 

We are looking for a Project Coordinator to join our team. The Project Coordinator will be responsible for assisting the Project Manager and Site Superintendent with the day-to-day coordination and administration of construction projects. The ideal candidate will be professional, diligent, and enjoy a fast-paced work environment with a variety of organization and coordination activities.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in the plan and specification analysis to coordinate and provide a clear interpretation of design drawings for construction.


• Assist the Project Manager in drafting and issuing project proposals, budgets, cash flows, and preliminary schedules.


• Act as a liaison with subcontractors, expediting drawings, shop drawings, and related information.


• Maintain accurate and up-to-date RFI logs; track responses and advise the Project Manager and Site Superintendent on the status of RFI’s.


• Conduct quality control activities in accordance with WMC company practices.


• Coordinate submittals and procure all close-out documents, including warranties and operating maintenance manuals.


• Monitor field work and the project quality plan to ensure compliance with WMC building standards, procedures, specifications, and codes.


• Assist the Project Manager in reviewing subcontractor quotations to ensure that only fair and reasonable pricing is recommended for approval.


• Perform document control functions in accordance with on-site policy and procedures.


• Coordinate periodic photographs for relevant records.


• Track and create RFI’s, transmit and track submittals, compose agreements, and maintain project expediting lists.


• Assist with researching and preparing filed change requests to resolve design issues.


• Maintain and update the Shop Drawings Logs and review submittals.


• Research and recommend solutions to design document problems, including conflicts and interferences.


• Track and manage change notices and change orders in the database.


• Ensure all required project close-out documents are obtained.


• Liaise with the accounting department on invoice inquiries and monthly cost reports.


• Take and distribute meeting minutes.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in working as a Project Coordinator, construction industry experience preferred.


• Previous experience working on ICI construction projects is considered an asset.


• BCIT Construction Program Management Diploma preferred.


• Solid computer skills (Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Newforma, Bluebeam).


• Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.


• Organized, multitasker with the ability to set and manage priorities.


• Exceptional time management skills.


• Demonstrated ability to handle pressure situations in a professional manner.


• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

BENEFITS:

• Competitive compensation package using salary surveys from the Construction industry
  


• Performance-based bonus


• RRSP matching


• Comprehensive health benefits


• Employee referral program


• Vacation and sick time


• Anniversary service recognition


• Learning and development program

Please note that we can only accept candidates who are eligible to work in Canada.

**No Recruiting Agency phone calls, please**