Project Coordinator

PCL Construction

Project Coordinator collaborating with field teams and clients on construction projects for PCL Constructors Canada Inc. Ensuring project performance and maintaining stakeholder relationships in a dynamic environment.

Posted 4/14/2026full-timeHalifax • 🇨🇦 CanadaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assists the project manager and superintendent with overall project performance including cost, schedule, safety and quality.
Assists in overall construction coordination, planning and identifying potential risks and resolving field technical issues.
Performs quantity takeoffs and surveys to manage contract progress and reporting.
Develops and maintains excellent relationships with our trade partners through activities such as issuing tender packages, defining scopes of work, answering inquires and monitoring progress.
Assists with change management and change order process, including pricing, processing, and assessing cost and schedule impact.
Administers request for information and shop drawing and submittal process.
Assists with pre-commissioning or commissioning.
Assists with overall project closeout, including archiving documents, maintenance, and warranty.
Identifies and assists in resolving field technical issues.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or diploma in engineering, construction management, or a related field
3–5 years of construction industry experience
Knowledge of construction industry including equipment and techniques, drawings and specifications, building materials, quality, safety, construction sequences and building code.
Ability to apply basic engineering and problem-solving principles to construction challenges and present solutions.
Ability to create a comprehensive schedule and administer subcontracts and contract documents.
Ability to establish and maintain effective stakeholder relationships.
Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite with a strong aptitude for adopting new technology.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employee ownership opportunities that build long-term value
Annual discretionary performance bonuses
RRSP, TFSA, Pension Contribution Options
Flexible medical, dental and vision benefits
Prescription drug coverage and virtual care services
Life, AD&D and disability insurance
Paid parental leave and family care support
Health and lifestyle spending account options
Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs
Career growth pathways, leadership development and mentorship programs
Access to world-class training through PCL's College of Construction and professional development courses
Ongoing opportunities to learn new skills, explore different roles and grow your career across sectors and regions

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Hard Skills & Tools

quantity takeoffsconstruction coordinationchange managementcost assessmentschedule managementfield technical issue resolutionpre-commissioningcommissioningcontract managementbuilding code knowledge

Soft Skills

problem-solvingstakeholder relationship managementcommunication skillsinterpersonal skillsorganizational skillsteam collaborationconflict resolutionadaptabilityattention to detailtime management

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineeringBachelor’s degree in construction managementdiploma in engineeringdiploma in construction management