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Black & McDonald Limited Project Coordinator - Mechanical in Vancouver, British Columbia
ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Black & McDonald's BC team is growing! If you are an independent, enthusiastic, and driven professional searching for an opportunity to build a solid foundation for your career, this position is for you. Black & McDonald is seeking a recent graduate to join our team starting in April/May 2023. This position is located in Vancouver, BC and reports directly to the Project Manager.
The Mechanical Project Coordinator will assist with overall project performance, including the management of costs, schedule, qualities, and overall project status, while maintaining excellent relationships with trades, subcontractors, and clients. They will keep the Project Manager informed of questions, progress, discrepancies in project process, and any other issues which would impact the plan and schedule. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Assist the Project Managers to execute mechanical projects in accordance with Corporate Policy, Construction Business Processes and National Project Management Manual.
Comply and assist with managing the implementation of company and legislated Health and Safety Programs, including Tool Box meetings, safety procedures and compliance to PPE.
Assist in planning and preparing construction schedules and milestones, and monitor progress against established timelines using MS Project.
Assist in preparing contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors
Assists in budget analysis, cost and margin projections, estimate project changes and impacts in JDE
Assist in developing and implementing quality control programs
Build and maintain customer and supplier/vendor relationships
Prepare progress reports and issue progress schedules to clients
Subcontractor coordination
Solicit and submit shop drawings between vendors and owners for approval
Assist in the preparation of Operation and Maintenance Manuals
Maintain document control as per division standard using Procore
Material and equipment purchasing for secured jobs
Travel to various sites or clients to undertake the above
Coordinate tools and equipment
Coordinate and manage small projects when applicable.
COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
Communicates Effectively
Continuous Learning
Customer Focus
Teamwork and Collaboration
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
A university degree in mechanical engineering or a college diploma/program in construction technology
Extensive field experience as tradesperson may substitute for post-secondary education requirements
WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
1-3 years of experience in the construction industry (preferably experience with commercial/institutional projects)
Experience as a supervisor or field superintendent would be an asset
Proficient knowledge and understanding of:
SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Proficient knowledge and understanding of
Construction scheduling, planning, and execution
Project structural design interpretation
Business operations processes
Organization and time management
Proficient user of:
MS Office (Word, Excel, Project)
JD Edwards or an Oracle-based ERP system is an asset
Excellent communicator with strong written and verbal skills
Proficient knowledge and understanding of:
Construction scheduling, planning, and execution.
Business operations processes.
Excellent organization and time management skills
The expected salary range for this role is between $70,000 and $85,000. The starting salary will be based on several factors such as the successful candidate's qualifications, including but not limited to education and experience. Salary is one component of Black & McDonald's total rewards package. Total rewards vary by position and may include additional offerings such as group insurance benefits, pension plan, annual performance bonus, career development programs, and other HR programs.
Please be advised that a Criminal Background Check and Professional Reference Check will be required as part of our employment screening and selection process. Additionally, all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, unless otherwise stated in the job.
We welcome and encourage applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.