Project Coordinator, Mechanical Jobs

WHY WORK AT BACKWOODS?
Backwoods Energy Services is a leading supplier of access and matting solutions, civil and forestry services, pipeline maintenance and security services in Western Canada. We have been able to attract best-in-class management, staff, and operators from across the industry, allowing us to successfully complete some of the largest midstream and utility projects in Alberta. Moreover, we have become the largest employer of Alexis band members, the largest independent source of income in the community.
Each day, our team strives to live our mission of Driving economic opportunity by empowering Indigenous people and communities. The work we do at Backwoods is meaningful, as it helps build and grow the Alexis community. Experiencing the impact that our work has for building a sustainable future for Alexis is something we are passionate about.
Backwoods Energy Services is 100% owned by the Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation and one of the largest Indigenous owned companies in Canada.
Backwoods Group of Companies believes that our strength is our people and that diverse teams drive strong business performance. Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion is cemented in our mission and begins with the recognition that individuals have different needs. Backwoods is committed to providing the tools required build a resilient workforce and inclusive work environment.
Our Employees Can Count On Us For

• Career Growth Opportunities
• Competitive Wages
• Training Opportunities
• Recognition Programs
• A competitive Health Benefit Package
• Making impacts within Indigenous Communities and People

The Role
Reporting to the Operations Manager, the successful candidate will have at least 3 years of field experience in a technical capacity as Project Coordinator in either Civil, Mechanical or Pipeline. The successful applicant will be a detail oriented, hands-on team player who can work within a team to deliver projects and achieve superior results. With projects ranging anywhere from 1 to 24 months, the successful candidate will also be able to handle competing priorities and change direction quickly. They will be able to travel to projects throughout Alberta to assist with project coordination as required.
What You'll Be Doing

• Assist in the maintenance of basic project record-keeping and correspondence functions including daily reports, photographs, and requests for information (RFIs).
• Provide field support and supervise subcontractor operations.
• Providing as-built quantities to the project for job progress tracking.
• Additional and alternative duties that may be changed from time-to-time by the Employer.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate work groups on the job site; and
• Participate in job site safety reviews, toolbox meetings, mass safety meetings, and safety training.
• Assist in the preparation of Job Hazard Analysis (JHA’s).
• Perform material takeoffs from drawings, specifications, and other contract documents.
• Assist in schedule maintenance and performing updates as directed by others.
• Order and schedule material deliveries.
• Perform basic engineering calculations and technical drafting to support field operations.
• Provide field surveying and work layout support including elevation, control points, and compilation of as-built data.
• Assist in the preparation of work plans and work packages.

What We’re Looking For

• Willing to relocate and travel to projects throughout Alberta.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with our field crews.
• Ability to read and understand plans and specifications.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field is an asset.
• Strong computer skills including ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Basic computer aided drafting (CAD) training is an asset.
• Experience in Civil and Forestry is an asset.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent(s) of this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and activities required of the position.