Project Coordinator

Primary Purpose of Position:

We are seeking a Project Coordinator to join our team and support a major decommissioning project based in Yellowknife, NT. This is a two year contract position and a great opportunity to be part of a significant, long-term initiative that offers both career growth and job stability in a unique northern environment.

This position will be based on-site on a two-weeks-on, two-weeks-off rotation schedule, with accommodations, travel, and meals fully covered. The Project Coordinator will play a vital role in supporting the project team by managing documentation, coordinating logistics, and ensuring smooth administrative operations for all project phases. Working closely with the Project Manager and site team, this role will help maintain project organization, accuracy, and compliance while contributing to the overall success of the project.

Priestly's hiring philosophy is based on culture, collaboration and then skills. Here is what we look for:

Culture

PDI is founded on key values that drive what we do for our clients and for each other. At the core, we understand the value of people, and we encourage a culture of safety, hard work, quality, and teamwork supported by a solid family foundation.

Our core values are extremely important to us. Are they aligned with yours?

• Safety - We believe in protecting generations. We recognize the impact of our actions and take responsibility for protecting our people, communities, and the environment.
• Family - We believe we're stronger together. We are a family who builds communities on a firm foundation of trust and respect.
• Integrity - We believe in doing what's right. We build long-term partnerships through integrity, generosity, and the highest accountability to each other and our clients.
• Innovation - We believe demolition drives progress. We create opportunities by challenging ourselves and intentionally pushing the boundaries of what's possible.

Collaboration

This means being people smart and championing being a team player. We encourage teamwork and respect, help develop individual strengths, and recognize the contribution our people make to our success. We are always seeking better and more innovative ways to renew communities by clearing the way for new development, and by playing the role of environmental stewards.

Job Duties

• Assist with project setup, progression, and close-out requirements

• Support the Project Manager with the preparation of budgets, schedules, and project documentation

• Coordinate site logistics, including travel arrangements and accommodations for rotating personnel

• Manage daily reporting and documentation from site, including progress tracking, equipment logs, and production reports

• Assist with the review and verification of labour, material, and equipment costs submitted from site

• Prepare, maintain, and distribute key project documents, ensuring accuracy and version control (drawings, contracts, specs, permits, etc.)

• Assist with permit applications, safety documentation, and other compliance-related submissions

• Support with change order management, subcontract administration, and purchase order issuance

• Assist in monthly progress billings and ensure invoices are submitted accurately and on time

• Ensure project documentation is complete, organized, and filed in accordance with company standards

• Assist with tracking project budgets and expenditures

• Verify production data and assist with progress tracking against project plans

• Provide on-site administrative support to the project team during rotation periods

• Ensure all project controls, documentation, and reporting align with company standards and client expectations

• Assist with coordination of on-site meetings, document distribution, and communication between field and office teams

• Position Requirements

Requirements

• College, University, or equivalent degree in Construction Management, Project Management, or related discipline

• 3+ years of experience supporting construction or demolition projects (site-based experience preferred)

• Strong organizational and administrative skills with high attention to detail

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with site and office teams

• Willingness to work a rotational schedule (two weeks on, two weeks off) in Yellowknife

Work Conditions

• Rotation schedule: 2 weeks on-site, 2 weeks off

• Accommodations, travel, and meals provided

• On-site work environment with exposure to field operations and project activities

• Manual dexterity required; frequent sitting, standing, and walking

• Overtime may be required based on project demands

• Collaboration with multiple departments and teams

• Equal Opportunity Employer

Requirements

• College, University, or equivalent degree in Construction Management, Project Management, or related discipline

• 3+ years of experience supporting construction or demolition projects (site-based experience preferred)

• Strong organizational and administrative skills with high attention to detail

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with site and office teams

• Willingness to work a rotational schedule (two weeks on, two weeks off) in Yellowknife

Work Conditions

• Rotation schedule: 2 weeks on-site, 2 weeks off

• Accommodations, travel, and meals provided

• On-site work environment with exposure to field operations and project activities

• Manual dexterity required; frequent sitting, standing, and walking

• Overtime may be required based on project demands

• Collaboration with multiple departments and teams