Project Coordinator / Project Management Assistant - Building Group

In a snapshot

Govan Brown has an exciting opportunity for a talented and energetic Project Management Assistant / Project Coordinators to join our Building Group team. You will provide support to the Project Managers, ensuring client projects are executed on schedule, within budget and at the highest quality.

The opportunity

• Provide project accounting support – assist with approvals for AP processing and client invoicing, budgets & estimates
• Provide top notch service to clients, suppliers and other stakeholders by responding professionally and with a sense of urgency
• Organize the project closeout documentation, including; warranties, drawings, manuals, permits etc.
• Track and communicate regularly with key stakeholders regarding project status and milestones
• Conduct regular site visits, attend and participate in client and trade meetings
• Liaise and build relationships with stakeholders - clients, sub-contractors, designers etc.
• Setup and maintain accurate project information and data in our computerized project management system (CMiC)
• Review shop drawings for scope and accuracy against schedules
• Play a key role through all phases of our construction projects, from tender through construction and close-out.
• Proactively manage project processes and documents, such as project set up, bid packages, subcontract management, drawings, purchase orders, contracts, building permits, change order requests and pricing, RFIs, RFQs, close out etc.

Skills & Experience

• Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering diploma or degree
• Ability to work under minimal supervision / direction as well as part of a team, sharing information with others
• Self- motivated with the ability to take initiative and work in a fast-paced environment, handling competing demands
• Confidence and professionalism to communicate effectively with clients, designers, subcontractors and peers
• Strong knowledge of construction processes through all phases – startup through construction and closeout
• Highly organized and a stickler for detail
• Tech savvy in Microsoft Office suite and project management software (an asset)
• Ability to read and understand construction-related drawings/documents - architectural, structural, M&E
• Proactively identify problems / issues and develop effective solutions
• 3+ years related experience, preferably in the Commercial Construction and/or base build industry
• Positive spirit with a “get ‘er done” attitude

All applications will be held in confidence. Govan Brown is an equal opportunity employer and we would like to thank all applicants for their interest. Please note that we will only be contacting the candidates under consideration.