Project Coordinator - Calgary - Read Jones Christoffersen Ltd.

Description

RJC Engineers is a well-established, employee-owned engineering firm with a broad geographic footprint and deep roots across Canada and the United States. We are leaders in structural engineering, building science, structural restoration, structural glass engineering, parking facility design, and building energy modelling.

What sets us apart?

Our commitment to clients, cutting‑edge technology, collaborative culture, and the passion of our people. We're driven by a purpose: to positively impact our communities and invest in our team's growth and success.

Being an RJC Professional

We build our team around five key attributes:

• Creative Mindset – You bring fresh ideas, challenge assumptions, and turn obstacles into opportunities.
• Proactive Approach – You take initiative, anticipate challenges, and seek ways to create a positive impact.
• Supportive Teamwork – You foster a culture of inclusivity, respect, and collaboration, helping others succeed.
• Trusted Advice – You act with integrity, expertise, and honesty, earning the confidence of clients and colleagues.
• Lead with Purpose – You empower, support, and guide others, driving meaningful results.

Candidate Profile

As a Structural Project Coordinator, you will be faced with a myriad of challenges that require you to be a versatile and creative thinker. The successful candidate will be comfortable dealing with clients, communicating with other consultants and contractors, and working in a team‑based environment. The focus of this position will be coordination of document submittals and responses for active construction projects, with occasional site visits to review structural components.

Key Responsibilities

Working under the direction of senior staff members, you will play a key role in supporting active construction projects focusing on the management, organization, and distribution of project documents. Ensure that all documentation is accurate, up‑to‑date, and accessible for the project team. Tracking of submittal deadlines and timely processing of documents will be a priority for this position. Project types will include structural components of buildings and bridges during construction.

• Review shop drawings, RFIs, submittals etc. and assist the design team in reviewing and responding to site inquiries.
• Represent RJC at job site meetings with clients, contractors and other consultants.
• Act as RJC's central liaison between our engineering team, architects, subconsultants, contractors, and clients.
• Maintain accurate project records within RJC's centralized document control system and ensure all documentation is well organized and accessible.
• Collate and review material test reports.
• Prepare Site Instructions and responses to RFIs.
• Assist with other miscellaneous contract administration activities.
• Coordinate structural work with other disciplines.
• Bring construction and design issues to the attention of the RJC design team.
• Assist Project Engineers in developing budgets for field review and contract administration activities and monitor them over the course of construction.
• Liaise with other stakeholder Document Controllers on shop drawings, RFIs and other project submittals.
• Occasional assistance with on‑site field review of construction progress.
• Occasional core reviews in existing buildings for tenant improvements.

Professional Qualifications & Experience

EDUCATION

• Diploma in Civil/structural/architectural/construction technology from an accredited technical college.

EXPERIENCE

• Previous structural experience an asset.
• 1‑2 years experience in construction and/or consulting field an asset.
• Must have a valid Alberta driver's licence and own dependable transportation.

SKILLS

• The ability to prioritize tasks for multiple projects at once.
• Exceptional organizational skills to facilitate multi‑project tracking; utilize documentation management programs and tracking procedures.
• Familiar with procedures for review of construction RFIs and shop drawings.
• Committed to providing exceptional client service and technical excellence.
• Fast learner, self‑motivated and a keen eye for detail.
• Team player with ability to work independently with minimal direction.
  
• Demonstrated effective communication skills.
• Proactive hard worker who readily and quickly assumes responsibility.
• Inquisitive, clear thinker who can determine what work is required and can draw rational conclusions from information available.
• Lateral thinker with the ability to propose practical solutions to problems encountered on site.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or better in Civil Engineering.

What RJC Offers?

• An inspiring workplace that supports its people and recognizes great work.
• Stimulating, challenging projects and development opportunities to help you grow your skills and career.
• Being part of a supportive and inclusive network of people that help each other reach their goals.
• A comprehensive financial rewards program that recognizes your success, including eligibility for a performance‑based bonus and share ownership program.
• An extensive and generous benefits package including a $1,000 Health Care Spending Account.
• Maternity and Parental Leave Top‑up Program.
• Investing in your future, the opportunity to become part of an employee‑owned organization and eligible for RJC's matching Retirement Registered Saving Plan (RRSP).

Be your Authentic Self

At RJC, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We proudly embrace all individuals and believe that every team member contributes to creating a welcoming environment. At RJC, inclusivity and diversity are commitments we all share.

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