Project Coordinator - Vancouver, Canada - Wesgroup Properties

Wesgroup Properties

Verified Company

Vancouver, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Disclaimer:
The estimated salary range provided by Indeed is not reflective of the actual salary. Wesgroup Properties offers a highly competitive salary and total compensation package. Details of the total compensation package, including salary, will be discussed during the confidential phone interview portion of our screening

Wesgroup Properties started as a family business in British Columbia more than 60 years ago and today is one of Western Canada's largest private real estate companies with a diversified portfolio spanning across residential and commercial real estate.

Wesgroup owns and manages over 3.2 million square feet of commercial and multi-family real estate and has built more than 7,000 homes in 100 communities.

With the active projects in our development pipeline, the portfolio will grow to over 7 million square feet over the next six years.

Our operations are vertically integrated, encompassing land acquisition, construction, finance, design, marketing, sales, leasing, and property management.

We have a long history of looking forward and we are dedicated to conducting business in line with our values of adaptability, accountability, relationships, and observing The Golden Rule without fail.

Responsibilities:

Assist construction team with the overall management of all construction projects.
Assist / lead new construction technologies, implementation.
Maintain up to date accurate document control processes for the projects including drawings, plans, submittals, document logs, reports and specifications both electronically and hard copies.
Participates, prepares and distributes accurate and detailed meeting minutes in a timely fashion.
Assist the Project Managers with managing the shop drawings for all projects within the construction team.
Collecting, documenting and filing field data (measurements, pictures, etc.) as required.
Prepare in coordination with the preconstruction manager, the tender documents for subcontract and supplier pricing.
Provide subcontract and supplier analysis recommendations.
Prepare bid documents and clear and concise scopes of work.
Source vendors and subcontractors.
Maintain / update project bid list.
Perform accurate / detailed takeoffs from project drawings using on screen software.
General and administrative duties as required by the construction team.
Assist with close out documents, LEED, etc.
Attend site meetings when necessary.
Follow systems and procedures outlined in company directives.
Organize workflow to meet deadlines and prioritize as such.

Qualifications and Knowledge:

A diploma or degree from BCIT (or equivalent) is required, as well as, related field experience.
A minimum of 2 years' experience working in the Vancouver construction market, ideally experience with wood frame / concrete high rise. Working with a developer or general contractor preferred. Previous experience with multifamily, industrial or tilt up projects is required.
Experience using digital Take Off software is required.
Excellent and above average communication skills in English both written and oral.
Exceptional phone skills.
Ability to read and interpret contract specifications, drawings and other construction documents.
Strong organizational and time management skills in order to prioritize work load and stay on top of things as the project demands increase.
Selfmotivated with strong willingness and ability to learn and be challenged.
Strong interpersonal skills including conflict resolution abilities.
Above average mathematical skills are necessary for this position along with report compilation.
Works effectively in a team environment.
Must be computer literate and current on new technologies.
Hard working and a problem solver.
Experience using MS Office suite, Adobe.
Positive and upbeat attitude.

What we offer:

A fun and inclusive culture supported by an employeeled Culture Committee with sponsorship from the President, providing you with opportunities to participate in group workouts, team sports, companywide social events or celebrations, and other great initiatives.
The Wesgroup Store, stocked with amazing namebrand apparel and items to purchase using points earned for milestones, participation, and going above and beyond.
A competitive compensation package with robust and extensive health benefits including a generous Health Care Spending Account.
A Lifestyle Spending Account which includes coverage for fitness, daycare, and eldercare costs.
Wesgroup supports a broad range of community initiatives through donations and employee volunteer activities, including paid days off to volunteer your time each year.
Stocked kitchens with healthy (and notsohealthy) snacks, fresh organic fruit, sparkling water, and a wide range of dairy alternatives for your beverage needs.
A brandnew, beautifully designed office downtown, across from the Burrard sky train station.