Project Coordinator – Fort McMurray

Sureway Construction is one of Alberta’s largest heavy construction contractors, involved in; civil earthworks and grading, utilities and offsite, mine operation and aggregate extraction.

2025 Season 5% RETENTION BONUS (*as per qualifying requirements)

Job Type: Full Time, Seasonal

Schedule: 10+ hours per day, 6 & 1, OT after 8hr/day or 44hr/week

Perks: Benefits, RRSP/TFSA Matching

Location: Fort McMurray and Surrounding Area’s - no direct access to public transportation

Essential: Hard-working, reliable, flexible with schedule, ability to work in physically demanding conditions

**Options for living accommodations and daily allowances are available and will be provided**

Requirements:   

• Personal Reliable Vehicle
• CSA approved steel toed boots with 6” ankle support

Pre-employment:

• Drug and alcohol testing (swab-based test)
• Successful completion of Company Orientation and site-specific orientation

Project Coordinator Responsibilities:

• Work closely with and assist the Project Manager and Construction Manager, where applicable, in the day to day duties of the project’s administration.
• Monitor field work, including contract work, to ensure compliance with company standards, procedures, specifications, codes and safety policies.

• Conduct quality control activities in accordance with instructions, inspection programs, using specified equipment. Prepare drawings and sketches to support construction work as required.
• Assist in plan and spec analysis in order to provide clear and trackable interpretations of the design/drawings for construction.
• Research and recommend solutions to design document problems, including conflicts, interferences and errors /omissions.
• Act as liaison with subcontractors in expediting drawings and related information.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date logs (Vendor/Subcontractor, Purchase, Owner etc.), track responses and advise the Division Manager and Superintendent of the status of any changes
• Understand and perform document control functions in accordance with on-site policy and procedures, transmitting and tracking of submittals, compose agreements, and maintain project expediting list.

• Collect, review and approve daily time and productions and force accounts for projects.
• Order materials required for project. Coordinate and order rentals as required (and/or setup PO's for rentals).
• Work with job Foreman and Superintendents, ensure we are performing the work as per drawings and permits, costing the job properly.
• Compile, prepare and submit monthly job progress summaries.
• Perform locates and liaison with pipeline reps, etc. Ensure to have all applicable crossing agreements and permits. Ensure work is being carried out as per agreements.
• Attend project coordination and owner/contractor/engineer meetings as requested or required. Provide updates to schedule, progress, and issues.
• Must ensure a solid understanding of, and comply with the principles of the company’s Code of Ethics. Must examine situations in light of the principles of the Code of Ethics.
• Understand and perform document control functions in accordance with on-site policy and procedures, transmitting and tracking of submittals, compose agreements, and maintain project expediting list.
• Attend daily and weekly safety meetings and inspections.
• Work with the Foreman/Safety Department to investigate damage, incidents or near misses on the worksite, and ensure proper procedures are carried out according to the Company’s Safety Program.
• Promote, execute and adhere to the company’s safety program, and encourage all employees, subcontractors and consultants to adopt safety as a culture.
• Assist in the preparation, submission, and coordination full cost estimates on conceptual, design-build or general tender work including calculating complete takeoff’s. This includes participating in pre-tender meetings, obtaining tender quotations from subcontractors / vendors, and attending public tender openings.
• Review proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.
• May review design options and recommend best solution based on cost, engineering quality, or availability of materials.
• Perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction.
• This is a general responsibilities list and does not include all responsibilities required of the position.

Project Coordinator Qualifications:

• A diploma in Civil Technology, Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent combinations of technical training plus a minimum of two (2) years construction experience.  Membership, or the ability to register with APEGA or ASET is preferred.
• Working knowledge of construction equipment and techniques, drawings and specifications, building materials, and required standards applicable to discipline.
• Proficiency in organizations computer systems and software, including Civil 3D, MS Excel, MS Word, MS Project. Build & Bid to Win knowledge an asset.
• Ability to assume responsibility.
• Effective oral and written communication skills and ability to represent the company and project team in a professional manner to the client, related project staff and the community.
• Ability to work in a team environment, as well as, being an independent self- starter with exceptional time management skills.
• Excellent facilitation, negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to work in physically demanding conditions.
• Excellent problem-solving skills required.
• Must display and promote a continuous regard to safety.

Sureway offers a fantastic opportunity to join a leading team in the heavy civil construction industry.  We offer a friendly, fast paced environment with plenty of room for career advancement, great benefits, and a strong team of professionals.

Sureway Construction Group is an equal opportunity employer. We would like to thank all applicants for submitting their resume; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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