Project Coordinator

KGS Group is seeking a Junior to Intermediate-Level Project Coordinator to join our team supporting projects in our Thunder Bay Office. About Us We are KGS Group, an employee-owned, multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm serving clients throughout North America. We’re different than traditional engineering firms. We believe a commitment to lasting relationships is just as critical as the expertise applied in our work. To us that means we put our clients and people first. We have the discipline to consistently deliver KGS Quality, never taking the easy way out. We always look closer and dig deeper. And no matter the project, we care enough to do it right. As an employee-owned company, we’re invested in our work and our people. Working with us means you’ll be part of some of the most interesting projects across Canada, the U.S. and beyond. With the extensive, wide-ranging expertise within our company, you’ll have countless opportunities to learn and grow. The Role As KGS Group continues to develop strong technical delivery teams, we are looking to support our teams with focused project coordination support. This role would assist with many of the day-to-day project management tasks, assist with scheduling and contract administration, gather and manage priorities, and deliverable tracking for the group. You will be working in a friendly and collaborative environment with the opportunity to interface directly with clients and contractors. It is anticipated that this individual would work with many of the team leaders and technical staff within or Thunder Bay Office and across our organization. Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Gathering, tracking, and assigning the various project tasks and deliverables. Preparation of project and client progress reporting. Enhancing client relationships through proactive communication and reliable project delivery. Monitoring project expenditures, budgets, and reviewing invoices. Coordination with various team leads and project managers to determine critical timelines and review timelines. Identifying scheduling issues in advance and working with the stakeholders to resolve. Preparation of schedules. Support business development/marketing and proposal writing efforts. Travel to work sites may be required periodically as needed. About You To fill the role, we’re looking for an applicant to bring forward a good mix of qualifications and previous experiences. Some highlights could include: Education in one or more of the following: Engineering Technology Diploma, Completion of the Construction Management Program, or a Project Management Training certificate with credentials and experience as a project administrator or project manager, or equivalent Zero to five years of experience working in a similar roll. Experience with project management tools, including MS-Project, P6 etc. is a benefit. Working knowledge of MS-Word and MS-Excel. Interest in performing project coordination / contract administration roles and tasks, as well as administrative project functions is a plus. Working in an area where multi-discipline engineering design has been done would be a benefit. Having a drive, attitude, and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must. Ability to work well with a multi-discipline design team. Possess strong written and verbal communication skills with interest in improving client and contractor interaction and relationship building activities. Must possess a valid driver’s license and the ability/willingness to undergo security clearance checks. Travel to project sites is required depending on project/client requirements. This position may require you to frequently visit job sites inside and outside of Ontario. Willing and able to work extended hours, when needed, to meet deadlines. KGS Group is an employee-owned equal opportunity company offering an excellent compensation and benefits package. KGS Group welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Upon request, KGS Group will provide reasonable accommodation for disabilities to support participation of candidates in all aspects of the recruitment process.