Project Coordinator

School District 72 operates throughout a large geographic area. Campbell River and Quadra Island schools and our school board office are located on the traditional territory of the Liǧʷiɫdax̌ʷ people. School District 72 also encompasses the traditional territory of the Klahoose (Cortes), K'ómoks (Sayward), and χʷɛmaɬkʷu (Bute Inlet) First Nations.
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Position:

Project Coordinator

Posting Number:

SY2526-OP-001

Term of Employment:

2 Year Term Contract

Start Date:

October 28, 2025 to October 27, 2027

Hours/Day/FTE:

40 hours/week

Wage/Salary:

$35.65

Deadline to Apply:

4:00pm, October 27, 2025

Join Our Team

School District 72 is looking for a
Project Coordinator

to join our team of professionals who strive to bring the district's learning beliefs to life.

School District 72 (Campbell River) is located on the east coast of central Vancouver Island, extending north to Sayward and south to Oyster River. The district also includes the outer islands of Read, Cortes, and Quadra. The district serves over 5,600 students in 18 schools with a diverse range of programs that are progressive and responsive to the educational needs and interests of students.

The district respects and values the relationships with all First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples who reside in these territories. It is with respectful consideration that the programs and services provided to students and staff acknowledge their histories, cultural contributions, and contemporary concerns.

About the Role

Reporting to the Director of Operations and Manager, Capital Planning and Projects, the Project Coordinator assists with the coordination of all aspects of the delivery of the district's capital projects. The Project Coordinator is responsible for supporting the relationships between the district and suppliers, contractors and other third-party providers.

• Support the project lifecycle to ensure the successful delivery of the district's capital projects through the planning, design, tendering, construction, commissioning, and warranty phases while ensuring compliance with district, Ministry and regulatory standards.
• Liaise with school-based staff and administrators, district staff, consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies to facilitate project planning and execution, while maintaining clear and consistent communication.
• Assist in the development of capital plans and budgets, tracking expenditures, and providing regular progress reports on the scope, schedule and financial status of projects.
• Responsible for establishing purchasing procedures to fulfill procurement, inventory, and distribution of required components.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including drawings, change orders, and inspection reports, ensuring all work complies with applicable codes, standards and district policies.
• Plans, coordinates and delivers on the procurement of goods and services for the district as it relates to operations and capital projects.
• Prepares, reviews, and assists with the issuance of a variety of formal procurement documents and opportunities including Requests for Quotations (RFQs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and construction tenders.
• Responsible for the efficient procurement workflow by reviewing purchase requests, obtaining supplier quotes, ensuring the creation of purchase orders and/or contracts and facilitating communication with suppliers.
• Assists Manager and/or Department Heads, or broader district staff with the development of procurement specifications.
• Ensure procurement complies with contract and bid law, policy, and legislation to ensure proper audit and business practices for purchasing and that contracts are implemented, monitored and controlled.
• Reviews and evaluates incoming requests for completeness, accuracy of budget signing authorities, appropriate budget application, specification detail and compliance with government regulations.
• Administer contracts, control costs and ensure on-time delivery in accordance with program requirements.
• Utilizes the district's procurement portal software to facilitate formal procurement activities (Bids & Tenders, BC Bid, BC Auction)
• Advises on opportunities for the district to seek best value in procurement activities.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Bring your Expertise

• Completion of post-secondary program in business administration, project management, construction management, supply chain management, or engineering technology.
• Minimum three years of recent experience in project coordination role, preferrable within the public service sector.
• Familiarity with capital planning and infrastructure delivery.
• Current knowledge of procurement practices, functions and business processes.
• Demonstrated proficiency in both oral and written communication including the ability to compose routine business correspondence.
• Sound knowledge of the applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures which govern departmental and/or school activities.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with all School District staff and external parties and diplomacy.
• Ability to work independently with a minimum of supervision.
• Strong teamwork skills with the ability to work harmoniously and cooperatively within the team.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise initiative and judgment while working within prescribed procedures and processes.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to anticipate and prioritize job-related duties and to follow through and accurately complete tasks in a timely fashion.
• Superior communication and customer service skills include a demonstrated ability to exercise tact and diplomacy.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

Contribute to Our Success

The Campbell River School District proudly developed a strategic plan for that prioritized the following:

• Honour Indigenous World Views and Perspectives
• Student-Centred Learning Environments
• Evolving for Tomorrow

The following commitments are essential to all positions within the Campbell River School District:

• Commitment and adherence to workplace policies, procedures & practices.
• Commitment to standards of conduct, including behaving in a manner that is: respectful, professional, team-oriented, collegial, collaborative, ethical, honest, and trustworthy.
• Commitment to understand and implement the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action and the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act.

Join Our Community

Campbell River is a scenic, oceanfront community framed by extensive waterfront, west coast forests and snow-capped mountains. The area is renowned for its natural beauty and recreational opportunities such as skiing, kayaking, fishing, mountain biking, hiking, golf, and endless opportunities to experience nature. The moderate climate allows residents to participate in numerous outdoor activities on a year-round basis.

Experience the Benefits of SD72

• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• The opportunity to grow your career in a small district.
• Progressive leadership team.
• Positive collegial culture with a great sense of community.

Employees are eligible for extended health and dental benefits, life insurance, and participation in a pension program as outlined in the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), Local 723 along with competitive vacation and sick day entitlements.

Employment Equity

School District 72 is also committed to creating and maintaining an accessible work environment for all members of its workforce. Within this hiring process we will make efforts to create an accessible process for all applicants (including but not limited to people with disabilities). Confidential accommodation is available on request.

How to Apply

Please submit applications through the
School District 72 Job Connect Portal
. We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to complete a criminal record check.

Please ensure your application includes a cover letter stating the posting number, an updated resume and references, including most recent supervisor(s).

"In accordance with Article a), the applicant with the greatest seniority and having the required qualifications, skills and ability to perform the job applied for shall be awarded the position. The district reserves the right to employ methods of assessment to assess qualifications, skills and ability. Assessment of qualifications, skills and ability may include, but not limited to, hours of experience, proof of certification, testing, interviewing, probationary periods and so on."