Project Coordinator

Job Description

About Us

In business since 1960, FCC Construction is an open shop, multi-trade, specialty contractor serving Atlantic Canada. FCC’s three main operating divisions include: Construction Management, Electrical Contracting and Communication Cabling.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for working directly with both external and internal stakeholders to ensure that all projects are completed safely within budget and defined scope. The Project Coordinator must be an effective communicator with the leadership skills necessary to motivate professionals of different disciplines to achieve the best results on every project.

Responsibilities

• Preparing estimates for various commercial & industrial construction projects
• Engaging in various responsibilities from budget analysis, issuing subcontracts, scope reviews, requisitions, change management and ongoing communication to complete projects
• Scheduling drawing submittals, hardware and delivery of material to jobsites as well as submitting monthly progress claims and approving invoices
• Consistently meeting client requirements for safety, quality, schedule, and cost
• Recognizing key issues and acting in a timely manner to expedite solutions both internally and externally
• Interpreting construction drawings and specifications to understand Project requirements and interfacing with Clients
• Accurately preparing material take-offs, estimates, bid letters, and schedules in a timely manner
• Utilizing estimating software and expanding software capabilities
• Soliciting subcontractor and supplier quotations
• Preparing construction schedules
• Other duties as assigned

Technical Requirements

• Engineering background required (Degree or diploma from an accredited institution)
• Experience working in general contracting or the construction management sector considered a definite asset
• Industrial experience would be considered an asset
• Proficient experience with Microsoft Project, Project cost control software and project management software required

Business Requirements

• Exceptional time management and organizational skills are required
• Desire to work well in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, and customer-focused environment

Cultural Requirements

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with individuals of various disciplines
• A team player with the desire to work collaboratively with others to improve existing processes

As a member of the OSCO Construction Group, FCC offers a comprehensive compensation package including health and dental coverage, life insurance, RRSP and tax-free savings account options. Additionally, we offer educational scholarships to dependents of employees, health & wellness programming and team celebratory events.

About OSCO

The origins of the OSCO Construction Group go back to 1955 when Ocean Steel & Construction Ltd. was founded in Saint John, New Brunswick. Since that time, the OSCO Construction Group has grown to encompass four main operating sectors: Steel, Concrete, Construction and Corporate. Within these sectors lie an ever-expanding number of construction-related companies and divisions, serving a growing market area and employing over twelve hundred employees.