Project Coordinator

**Hiring**:Permanent Position, Full-time (35-40hrs/week)

**About Us**:
Biologica is a growing family-owned and operated Canadian aquatic biomonitoring company, located in Victoria, BC. We are a close-knit team of biologists and technicians whose primary focus is the identifcation of organisms (mainly invertebrates and algae) collected from a variety of aquatic habitats (freshwater and marine) in support of environmental monitoring initiatives. We are passionate about the organisms we study and work together to ensure we operate at the highest standards in the industry.

At Biologica, our values of rigor, curiosity, and collaboration are at the core of everything we do, guiding us as we embrace a customer-centric approach, continuous improvement, and leverage our team's diverse expertise to ensure the highest level of accuracy in our community data. Our commitment to these values has been unwavering throughout our growth, ensuring we deliver precise, quality-controlled data, maintain superior customer service, and foster a professional, friendly, and inclusive workplace.

**About the Role**:
The Project Coordinator will play a crucial supportive role for the Project Manager and management team. As part of the project management team, they will be required to be strategic, transparent and committed to the continual improvement of the business. In addition, they should have a meticulous attention to detail, have high standards of customer service, and demonstrate precision with the English language. They must be highly organized and adaptive to perform a variety of administrative, clerical and laboratory tasks.

Duties of the Project Coordinator will facilicate our goal of delivering timely and accurate data to our clients by providing meticulous end-to-end coordination of our laboratory projects. Responsibilities include preparing quotes and invoices; updating project information sheets; relaying project instructions to the laboratory; providing clients information on analytical options; and communicating with clients regarding completed, current, and new work.

**Additional responsibilities, not limited to**:

- Preparation of quotes and/or project plans through discussion of project requirements with clients;
- Ensuring client needs are met by anticipating and discussing issues and options;
- Preparation of proposals and other written materials;
- Critical review of data files;
- Monitor project budgets;
- Organize and update Biologica’s contact lists;
- Assist in the sample inventory process including sample intake, storage and disposal;
- Assist with the shipping and receiving processes to and from clients of samples, equipment and supplies;
**Required Skills and Abilities**:

- Proficient in written and verbal communication, demonstrating professionalism.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word).
- Exceptional organizational skills, capable of multitasking efficiently.
- Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
- Resilient under pressure with a capacity to meet tight deadlines.
- Experienced in collaboration with leadership teams.
- Exhibits a positive attitude, integrity, and a proactive work ethic.
- Independent worker, able to manage tasks with mínimal supervision.
- Skilled in building and maintaining professional relationships.
- Committed to delivering exceptional customer service.
- Adaptable to evolving job requirements.
- A proven self-starter who takes initiative and thrives in a fast-paced environment and able find new ways to contribute and innovate during slower periods.

**Additional Skills Considered Valuable**:

- Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
- Knowledge of aquatic invertebrate biology, taxonomy, and ecology is an asset.

**Why Join Biologica?**
- Be part of a team dedicated to ecological excellence and innovation.
- A culture that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and employee growth.

**Applicants**:
**Compensation**:
This position offers an hourly wage ranging from $23 to $25, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $23.00-$25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35.00 - 40.00 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Victoria, BC V8T 5H2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person