Project Coordinator

Please note: This position requires mobility throughout the province of Ontario, as work site locations and project durations vary. (Although the head office is located in Peterborough, our job sites are located throughout the province.) Experience in building/rehabilitating heavy civil transportation infrastructure (often involving water, such as bridges, dams, culverts, cofferdams and similar) is also strongly preferred._

About CDB: In business since 1861, Demathieu Bard is committed to preserving our close-working relationships while respecting each individual equally. We maintain open communication based on a culture of trust and transparency. Our operational approach is designed to promote employees’ initiative, innovation, self-reliance and accountability. There are endless possibilities for our people, and definitely room for mutual growth.

Job Summary
The project coordinator works closely with the project manager to ensure that project(s) progresses according to the set schedule and within budget, as well as meet the high quality standards.

**Responsibilities**:

- Responsible for material takeoffs, quantities and ordering
- Tracking project progress against budgets and schedules
- Quality control, reporting and project documentation
- Monitor project work according to technical specifications and schedules
- Support Project Manager and site Superintendent as required
- Liaise with client representatives, consultant, and subcontractors and ensure all information is kept up to date
- Attend project meetings and take part in project planning
- Prepare meeting agendas and weekly work schedules
- Procure subcontractors / suppliers and negotiate their terms of agreement
- Work with project personnel to solve challenges and recommend solutions
- Assist field staff with drawing reviews and quantity take offs
- Liaise with regulating authorities on environmental and health and safety issues
- Resolve on-site technical issues
- Review and transmit shop drawings and other submittals
- Manage change notices and change orders
- Prepare RFIs, TMRs, and work procedures
- Conduct QA/QC inspections and ensure compliance with CDB’s Quality Management Plan
- Prepare progress payments

Qualifications required

Education
- Diploma in Civil Engineering Technician / Technologist or equivalent in experience
Certifications / Licenses
- Current Driver's Licence (and access to a vehicle)

Technical Knowledge and Experience
- Regulations and policies to ensure compliance through reporting and administration
- Proficiency in reading drawings, plans and specifications
- Knowledge of current construction practices and methodologies
- Auto CAD, Microsoft Office
- Budget preparation
- Knowledge of Health and Safety federal and provincial regulations

Competencies
- An out-going team player
- Exceptional communication skills, oral and written
- Accountability
- Analytical and problem solving
- Proficiency with planning and follow up
- Initiative
- Workplace Health and Safety Awareness

Assets
- Bilingual at English and French an asset
- MS Project
- Previous Experience on bridge and dams projects Work Conditions
- Mobility for various assignments in Ontario
- Willingness and ability to work overtime when necessary to deliver the project on time

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

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Peterborough, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- heavy civil infrastructure: 1 year (required)

Willingness to travel:

- 100% (preferred)