Resource Planner

Department: Projects

Reports To: Planning Manager

Location: Prince George, BC

Work Setting: In-Person | Permanent, FT

Position Overview:

The Resource Planner supports the Projects Department by assisting in the coordination, tracking, and communication of daily project progress, manpower, and schedule updates across active jobs. This role is vital to ensuring that information from the field, fabrication shop, and project office is accurately captured and relayed to the Planning Manager, Project Manager, and Controls team. The incumbent assists with developing execution plans, maintaining schedules, and supporting reporting processes that promote accurate forecasting and proactive decision-making within Tyrod's operational framework.

Responsibilities

Project Coordination & Reporting

• Track daily manpower and schedule updates across upcoming and active projects.
• Relay field and shop updates to the Planning Manager, Project Manager, and Controls team for accurate reporting and forecasting.
• Attend project meetings, capturing and distributing key action items.
• Prepare and maintain daily and weekly progress summaries for management review.

Planning & Scheduling Support

• Assist in developing and maintaining construction work packages, and short-term lookaheads.
• Work with Project Managers and the Planning Manager to align manpower forecasts and scheduling with execution priorities.
• Identify and flag potential schedule or manpower issues early to prevent delays.

Team Collaboration

• Coordinate closely with the Planning Manager for direction, priorities, and daily/weekly progress updates.
• Collaborate with Project Coordinators and Project Managers to ensure consistency in tracking, document control, and communication.
• Support onboarding and coordination of new hires or subcontractors as project requirements evolve.

Continuous Improvement

• Contribute to the ongoing improvement of planning tools, templates, and resource tracking systems.
• Participate in lessons-learned and project closeout sessions to enhance future planning processes.

Qualifications & Competencies

Education & Experience

• Post-secondary education in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, or related discipline preferred.
• 1–2 years of experience in project coordination, planning, or scheduling within an industrial fabrication or construction setting.
• Experience with project management software (e.g., Aimsio, Primavera, and SharePoint) considered an asset.

Knowledge & Competencies

• Project Scheduling Knowledge: Strong understanding of project lifecycle phases and field/shop interfaces.
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in daily work and reporting.
• Organization & Time Management: Proven ability to organize, support and report on multiple concurrent projects.
• Analytical Thinking: Demonstrated capability in tracking progress and resources, identifying discrepancies and recommending corrective actions
• Communication: Professional and clear written and verbal communication.
• Collaboration: Works effectively within a team and cross functional environment.
• Confidentiality & Integrity: Upholds Tyrod's core values of Safety, Quality, Integrity, and Continuous Improvement.

What we offer

• Salary Range: $32.00 – 38.00 per hour, commensurate with experience
• RRSP Contributions for eligible employees after successful completion of probationary period
• Comprehensive Employee Group Benefit Package
• Two Weeks Annual Vacation
• On-site parking
• Opportunity for professional growth and development
• A collaborative and supportive work environment

Working Conditions

• Standard schedule: Monday to Friday (40 hours per week)
• Combination of office, fabrication shop.
• Occasional overtime or travel to project sites may be required based on project needs

Development Path

This position is part of Tyrod's structured career development framework within the Projects Department. Level 1 employees are encouraged to advance through continued learning, field or shop exposure, and contribution to planning efficiency.

Career Pathway: Level 1 → Level 2 (Intermediate Resource Planner) → Level 3 (Senior Resource Planner / Project Planner) → Project Controls Specialist / Planning Manager

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $32.00-$38.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

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

Location:

• Prince George, BC V2L 5S8 (required)

Work Location: In person