Project Coordinator

**Project Coordinator**

Annual compensation range $60,000 - $80,000 based on experience and a 40-50-hour work week range with overtime over 8 hours per day, overtime on Saturdays and double time on Sundays**.** All employee benefits are paid by the employer, including annual bonus, employer RRSP, Health benefits, Life Insurance, Disability, Vision and Dental coverage. No fees are taken off employee’s earnings as all are paid by the employer.

M. D. Steele is an innovative and collaborative construction firm based in Winnipeg, MB that has delivered several high-profile projects in central Canada since 1993. A glance at our team’s history demonstrates M. D. Steele’s investment in our people. Several of our leaders started in junior positions and progressively advanced their careers to senior levels. A very intentional combination of education, training and on-the-job experience, enables our team to develop the talent and character which underpins our success. We are proud of the infrastructure we’ve worked on over the years, but we’re even prouder of the team who builds them. The quality of our work is a direct result of the quality of our people and M. D. Steele’s investment in them. Our team has accomplished great things, and we celebrate those achievements together. It’s when challenges present themselves that our team shines its brightest. We problem-solve as a group regardless of one’s position. At M. D. Steele, each team member is heard and valued. The size of our firm provides both the critical mass to tackle complex projects as well as the ability to foster an inspirational culture of success. M. D. Steele lives by our “I know I can” mentality which translates into all our relationships and everything we do.

We are seeking a Project Coordinator to join our team. The Project Coordinator is a support role for managing M. D. Steele’s construction sites. In general, they ensure documentation on the project is being completed accurately and on schedule, while also coordinating key aspects of the project to optimize site work.

**Personal Attributes**
- Dedicated to completing construction projects safely, to high quality, on schedule through to completion
- Able to read, comprehend, and perform detailed analysis of construction drawings, manufacturer instructions, and construction specifications
- Has a knowledge of the construction industry and processes, with preference to concrete and/or steel works, temporary works, roadworks, and/or building construction
- Capable of creative problem-solving to assist with the development of complex work methods
- Capable of clear and concise communication
- Has extensive experience with Microsoft Office suite and PDF’s (examples include Adobe and Bluebeam) and has the capacity to adapt to new software and technology
- Able to develop professional relationships with internal and external colleagues through trust building and professionalism
- Has an attitude of curiosity and personal continuous improvement
- Able and willing to work on construction projects out of town when required

**Primary Role & Responsibilities**
- Follows M. D. Steele Safety Policy and encourages all site personnel to work in a safe and respectful work environment, including participation in development of Safe Work Practices/Procedures
- Reviews and becomes familiar with project drawings, specifications, appendices, and subcontractor scopes
- Participates in project coordination meetings with the project team
- Schedules field activities of subcontractors in conjunction with Superintendent
- Assists in the development of schedule/cost optimizations and quality improvement opportunities with the project team
- Assists with the generation of RFI’s, NCR’s, and MDS technical submissions
- Manages project submittals and documentation, including review of Subcontractor submittals before submitting to Contract Administrator/Client
- Regularly updates project schedule with assistance from Superintendent and Project Manager
- Assists Project Manager with quantity tracking
- Conducts routine site visits for progress tracking and spot checks for quality assurance
- Participates in developing conceptual work methods including acquiring feedback from Superintendent, Foreman, and Subcontractors
- Assists with commissioning and turnover packages
- Participates in project post-mortem reviews for consideration on future estimates and projects

Other roles and responsibilities may be assigned to the Project Coordinator infrequently for short-term durations and only as appropriate to the situation and to their experience. Examples may include certain Project Manager or Superintendent duties during vacations.

**Prerequisites**
- Holds an Architectural Technology Diploma, Construction Engineering Technology Diploma, or an equivalent level of education
- Has at least both of the following qualifications:
A minimum of 18 months of experience in the following construction markets in a coordinator or management cap