Mechanical Coordinator / Jr. Project Manager – Toronto / Vancouver

Mechanical Contractor seeking a motivated Mechanical Coordinator / Junior Project Manager for residential and commercial projects in Vancouver.

Outpost Recruitment is excited to work with our client on this full-time permanent role.

The Mechanical Coordinator / Junior Project Manager will organize, direct, control and evaluate construction projects from start to finish according to schedule, specifications and budget.

They will be responsible for overall project performance, including the management of costs, schedule, qualities, and overall project status, while maintaining excellent relationships with trades, subcontractors, and clients.

Emphasis is placed on reporting and monitoring progress, planning and scheduling, and dealing with project changes under the direction of the Division Manager.

Role and Responsibilities of Mechanical Coordinator

• The Mechanical Coordinator will support the Project Manager by creating and maintaining project files and coordinating with Site Superintendents
• Provide accurate and timely job management by coordinatingsubcontractor, job structure, cost estimate, and project management information
• Facilitate field reviews throughout the duration of the project
• Assist accounts payable/receivable to ensure accurate project tracking and invoicing
• To plan, in conjunction with the Division Manager, to execute mechanical projects in accordance with Corporate Policy
• Build and maintain customer and supplier/vendor relationships to enhance competitiveness in the industry and promote good customer relationships
• Prepare and submit construction project budget estimates to JDE
• Plan and prepare construction schedules and milestones and monitor progress against established schedules
• Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with consultants, clients, suppliers and subcontractors
• The Mechanical Coordinator will manage the implementation of quality control programs
• Represent company on matters such as business services and union matters
• Prepare progress reports and issue progress schedules to clients
• Hire and supervise the activities of union labour, subcontractors and subordinate staff
• Review work/contracts/WIP for areas of risk, update WIP report and correct deficiencies
• The Mechanical Coordinator will help the Project Manager manage the implementation of Company and legislated Health and Safety Programs, including Tool Box meetings, safety procedures, and compliance to PPE
• Solicit and submit shop drawings between vendors and owners for approval
• Prepare operation maintenance manuals
• Maintain document control as per Division standard using Procore
• Material and equipment purchasing for secured jobs
• Co-ordinate and manage various small & large projects
• Travel to various sites or clients to undertake the above
• Required skills of Mechanical Coordinator
• A university degree in engineering or a college diploma in construction technology
• Extensive experience as tradesman may substitute for post-secondary education requirements
• Several years of experience in the construction industry, including experience as a supervisor or field superintendent
• Proficient user of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Project)
• Thorough knowledge of Computer Estimating Programs is an asset
• Excellent communicator with strong written and verbal skills
• The Mechanical Coordinator will be self-directed and proactive with a bias for action
• Proficient knowledge and understanding of: Construction scheduling, planning, execution, business operations processes
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Available to travel
• Due to many mandatory vaccination requirements at client projects / facilities, in order to provide substantial employment by ensuring compliance with our clients mandates, the successful candidate may be required to validate full vaccination prior to hire.

Ideal Candidate

Only candidates with authorisation to work in Canada will be considered.

Please clearly highlight relevant work experience, project overviews and project scale ($) in your resume.

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