Project Coordinator (Industrial / Construction)

Job Overview

Job Requirements

Required Qualifications

• 2–5 years of project coordination or related project experience within industrial construction, fabrication, mechanical, or a comparable project-based environment.
• Demonstrated ability to create, maintain, and monitor project schedules.
• Ability to read and interpret project drawings and understand project quality requirements.
• Experience supporting project documentation, cost tracking, change management, risk management, procurement, or related project controls.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with clients, contractors, consultants, suppliers, and internal project teams.
• Comfortable working in both office and active project-site environments.
• Valid, clean driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Ability to travel approximately 70% of the time, including travel within Canada and the United States as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2–5 years of industrial construction, fabrication, or mechanical project experience.
• PMP, Gold Seal Certification (GSC), PRINCE2, or another recognized project-management designation, or currently working toward one.
• Degree or diploma in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related discipline.
• Journeyperson/Journeyman certification in Millwright or a related mechanical trade.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Project, Power BI, CAD, BIM, or comparable project/construction software.
• Experience supporting estimating, tendering, procurement, or supplier management.

Compensation & Employment

• $65,000–$85,000 annually, based on experience.
• Performance-based bonus.
• Company-provided phone and laptop.
• Full-time, permanent position.
• 40-hour work week.
• Based in Cambridge, Ontario, with work performed between the office and project sites.
• Approximately 70% travel.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are invited to apply online with an up-to-date resume.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

What We Offer

Project Coordination & Scheduling

• Develop, maintain, and update detailed project schedules, milestones, and timelines.
• Track project activities against contractual and scheduled completion dates.
• Coordinate project resources, materials, equipment, and other requirements.
• Monitor project milestones and proactively identify potential delays or roadblocks.
• Support Project Managers throughout planning, execution, and project closeout.

Procurement & Supplier Coordination

• Coordinate with suppliers and vendors to support project requirements and delivery schedules.
• Track materials and equipment required for project execution.
• Assist with sourcing and pricing to support project budgets and profitability.
• Coordinate supplier activities and conduct site visits or inspections when required.

Reporting, Cost & Change Management

• Prepare and distribute project status updates covering schedule, costs, risks, issues, and milestones.
• Support project cost tracking, forecasting, and related financial reporting.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and records.
• Document and track project changes, including associated cost and schedule impacts.
• Support estimating and tender activities by gathering pricing, resource, and project information.

Risk, Quality & Safety

• Identify and escalate project risks and assist with mitigation planning.
• Review project documentation, test plans, and completed work against applicable specifications and quality requirements.
• Support project inspections and quality-control processes.
• Promote safe work practices and compliance with applicable occupational health and safety requirements.
• Assist in maintaining a strong safety culture across project activities.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Coordinate communication between Project Managers, internal teams, clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
• Participate in regular project meetings and document required actions and follow-ups.
• Maintain positive working relationships with internal and external project partners.
• Escalate issues requiring Project Manager involvement in a timely manner.