Project Coordinator - Saskatoon, Canada - Big Block Construction

Big Block Construction

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Saskatoon, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Are you ready to put your attention to detail and organizational skills as a Project Coordinator to good use to help decrease Canada's housing crisis? If so...

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Big Block Construction is advancing the way communities are built throughout Canada.

We help leaders of community-minded organizations build internal capacity and share powerful stories around responsible housing development, so they can efficiently and effectively stabilize and uplift the lives of underserved individuals through adequate, affordable, accessible, suitable, and appropriate housing.

We share our expertise through early collaboration and integrated design-build services from concept to completion - ensuring developments embody sustainability for generations to come.

We are looking for a Project Coordinator who will support our Operations team. Reporting to the Construction Manager, you will be a vital part of the team.

Big Block is a fast-growing and dynamic organization, so we are looking for an individual who is eager to have an impact and wants to help the company achieve its goals.

OVERVIEW
You're a good fit if
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You are organized and love details - you believe in making sure every project starts off in the best way and are eager to provide the most accurate information possible.
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You enjoy the challenge - you are un-phased by last minute changes and are skilled at navigating different priorities to reach your goals.
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You're a great communicator - you're someone who is driven to understand and make sure that others have the information they need. Through effective communication you make sure that all team members have what they need to be successful.

OUR CULTURE
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INNOVATIVE - we are courageous through creativity
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COLLABORATIVE - we leverage shared knowledge
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EXCEPTIONAL - we challenge the status quo
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HONEST - we build trust through transparency
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TENACIOUS - we follow through and we never give up
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FUN - we work hard, and we play hard

RESPONSIBILITIES

Planning, development and implementation of residential projects, including scope and recommendations, mandatory approvals and ensures that program mandates are met, and expenditures are within budget.
Collaborate with project managers, architects, engineers, and subcontractors to ensure project success
Develop and maintain budgets, research, and communicate changes that effect the team.
Review, evaluate and implement new administrative procedures.
Establish work priorities and ensure procedures are followed and deadlines are met.
Create and maintain project schedules, budgets, and documentation
Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to stakeholders
Assist in the procurement of materials and equipment needed for projects
Facilitate communication between team members
Assist in the tendering process

Qualifications, Education and Experiences

Previous 13 years experience in project coordination, experience in residential

construction is an asset.

Proficiency in EXCEL and Microsoft Programs
Blueprint reading skills and the ability to interpret construction plans is a big asset
Knowledge of project management principles and practices
Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Big Block Construction values the diversity of the people it hires and serves. To us, diversity means recognizing, appreciating, and honoring individual differences. We are all stronger when creating opportunities and environments that leverage each person's abilities, interests, and skills.

Salary will be commensurate with experience.

How to Apply