Construction Project Coordinator Jobs

WHO WE ARE:

Symphony Homes Limited has diversified in Land Development and Residential Construction throughout Metro Vancouver over the past 40 years. At Symphony, we combine the brightest minds with the latest technology, encourage innovation, and reward success. We are always looking for like-minded people to join our team and share our passion for doing the best work of our lives. Our people are the heart and soul of our organization. If you are passionate, hardworking, ambitious, and want to be part of a dynamic and growing company that will take your career forward, join us.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Project Coordinator manages all administrative responsibilities for construction projects, including compiling construction agreements, managing project management systems and tracking logs, onboarding subcontractors, providing document control, and communicating with all project parties. The Project Coordinator works with multiple departments, including project management, field management, compliance, financing, and executive teams.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with the research and preparation of filed change requests to resolve design issues
• Track and create RFI’s, transmit and track submittals, compose agreements, and maintain project expediting lists
• Assist in plan and specification analysis to coordinate and provide a clear interpretation of design drawings for construction
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date RFI logs; track responses & advise the Project Manager and Site Superintendent of the status of RFI’s
• Assist the Project Manager in the review of Contractor quotations to ensure that only fair and reasonable pricing is recommended for approval
• Assist the Project Manager in drafting and issuance of project proposals, budgets, cash flows and preliminary schedules
• Maintain and update the Shop Drawings Logs and review submittals
• Take and distribute meeting minutes
• Research and recommend solutions to design document problems; including conflicts, interferences
• Coordinates all aspects of preconstruction, construction, estimating, coordination, execution, and closeout for residential construction projects.
• Act as a liaison with subcontractors; expediting drawings, shop drawings and related information
• Works closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, Field Staff, Subcontractors, Design Consultants, Third Parties, City Officials, Utility Companies, and other internal Symphony Departments.
• Track and manage change notices and change orders in the database
• Ensure all required project close out documents are obtained
• Coordinate periodic photographs for relevant records
• Monitor field work and the project quality plan to ensure compliance with Symphony Homes building standards, procedures, specifications and codes
• Liaise with Accounting department on invoice inquires and monthly cost reports
• Coordinate submittals and procure all close-out documents, including warranties and operating maintenance manuals
• Perform document control functions in accordance with on-site policy and procedures

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Solid computer skills (Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Buildertrend, Procore, Bluebeam)
• Problem-solving and analytical skills with the demonstrated ability to work under pressure in professional manner
• Minimum 2 years of experience in working as a Project Coordinator, construction industry experience preferred
• Previous experience in residential construction projects is considered an asset
• BCIT Construction Program Management Diploma preferred
• Exceptional time management skills
• Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to handle pressure situations in a professional manner
• Organized, multitasker with the ability to set and manage priorities

The Benefits of Working at Symphony Homes:

• Exposure to challenging and complex projects
• Engaged and dedicated management team
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
• Modern and open corporate head office
• Leading compensation package
• Opportunity for growth and career development
• Leadership and training opportunities

Employment Type: Full-time

Salary: Competitive (DOE)

Benefits:

• Vision care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• On-site parking
• Extended health care
• Dental care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (required)

Experience:

• Canadian Construction industry: 2 years (Must Have)
• Project Management/ Coordination: 2 years (Must Have)

Work Location:

• Burnaby, In person and Project Sites