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If you're someone who has a strong desire to build your career in project management and enjoys working on innovative construction projects, we'd love to hear from you.

We are looking for a Project Coordinator to join our Permanent Modular Construction (PMC) team in Calgary. This is a full-time permanent role reporting to the Manager, Preconstruction and Project Management. The Project Coordinator supports the successful delivery of residential, commercial, institutional, and education-sector modular construction projects throughout all phases of the project lifecycle, from pursuit and planning through execution and closeout.

What You'll Do

• Develop, organize, and maintain project documentation, records, and electronic filing systems throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assist in the preparation of project proposals, budgets, estimates, schedules, and client presentations.
• Coordinate with internal design, engineering, manufacturing, procurement, and construction teams, as well as external consultants, during project development and execution.
• Support Project Managers in planning, monitoring, and controlling project scope, schedule, cost, quality, and risk.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of project schedules, ensuring alignment between design, manufacturing, transportation, and site construction activities.
• Track project progress and communicate schedule updates, action items, risks, and project performance metrics to project stakeholders.
• Coordinate permit applications, regulatory submissions, inspections, and client deliverables as required.
• Support procurement and supply chain activities, including purchase order creation, subcontract administration, invoice review, and material tracking.
• Assist in the preparation and management of subcontract agreements, vendor prequalification packages, and supporting documentation.
• Monitor project costs and support monthly project financial reporting, forecasting, accruals, and budget tracking. Working closely with the Contract Manager and PM.
• Coordinate logistics related to module transportation, site mobilization, equipment, and workforce requirements.
• Prepare project closeout documentation, including Operation & Maintenance (O&M) manuals, commissioning records, deficiency tracking, warranties, and turnover packages.
• Support project meetings by preparing agendas, recording minutes, tracking actions, and distributing project communications.
• Collaborate with experienced project managers, engineers, architects, superintendents, manufacturing leaders, and construction professionals across Canada.
• Other duties as assigned.

Who You Are

• Degree or diploma in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Project Management, Architecture, or a related discipline.
• 2-5 years of experience supporting construction projects, preferably in modular construction, commercial, residential, institutional, or education-sector projects.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of construction project management principles, contract administration, and project controls.
• Familiarity with modular construction, off-site manufacturing, or prefabrication practices is considered an asset.
• Construction-related safety certifications (CSTS, First Aid, OSHA, etc.) are considered an asset.
• Working knowledge of project scheduling software such as Microsoft Project and/or Primavera P6 is an asset.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Experience with project management software, ERP systems, or document control platforms is considered an asset.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to manufacturing facilities and project sites based on operational requirements.

What We Offer

• Ongoing support, learning, and development opportunities to build your career.
• Exposure to innovative residential, commercial, and education-sector modular construction projects.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Diverse, inclusive, and supportive work environment.
• Onsite gym and many other employee perks.

We thank everyone for their application; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

At ATCO, we support a diverse and inclusive environment that values the contributions and perspectives of everyone on the ATCO team. We believe the ATCO team is the foundation of our business and our most valuable asset across our global operations. Without each team members' unique skills, strengths, and knowledge, we simply wouldn't be able to achieve our fundamental vision of delivering life's essential services to our customers around the world.

ATCO is an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.