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Geotechnical Project Coordinator
About The Position
Geopacific Consultants Ltd. is a leading geotechnical engineering consulting firm that specializes in providing innovative solutions to complex challenges faced by our clients. Incorporated in 1985, and with offices in Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Victoria, and Kelowna, our team of experts brings together diverse experience and skill sets to deliver high-quality services in the fields of geotechnical engineering and hydrogeology. We work closely with our clients to understand their unique needs and tailor our approach to meet their specific requirements. With a strong commitment to excellence and safety, we have built a reputation for delivering exceptional results on time and on budget.
We are currently seeking to fill a Project Coordinator position in the Administration department at our Vancouver office.
Objectives of this role
- Coordinate external and internal resources, ensuring that projects remain within schedule, scope, and budget. Assuring internal staff is on track with deadlines is crucial.
- Liaise with managers and clients to define project requirements, scopes, and objectives that align with organizational goals.
- Analyze & communicate project progress and, when necessary, adapt scope or timeline to achieve optimal results.
- Assign roles and tasks to team members based on their individual strengths and abilities.
The project coordinator will also prepare and present updates weekly to relevant management channels. The position will include working closely with the company's engineering staff and management group, as well as clients and contractors.
Responsibilities
- Oversee project schedules, budgets, and resources
- Ensure that all aspects of a project are organized and in conformance with the deadlines and requirements
- Serve as a point of communication between company teams and external resources
- Track project deliverables, performance, and progress
- Prepare reports, presentations, meetings, memos, and to-do lists
- Assign and monitor resources effectively
- Report project risks and outcomes to appropriate management channels, and escalate issues according to project work plan
The successful candidate will demonstrate a self-motivated drive to complete their work to the highest standards. GeoPacific is looking for an energetic, proactive individual who is excited to begin their career and develop with our company. We take pride in providing high-quality work and service to our clients and expect the same from our employees.
If you are interested in this position, please send your unofficial transcript, cover letter, and resume to [email protected] with “Project Coordinator, Vancouver” in the subject. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Requirements
Required skills and qualifications
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to take initiative in resolving issues
- Strong attention to detail, organizational and time management skills
- Experience in coordinating teams and clients
- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively
- Proven success in a corporate setting, working with all levels of management
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite
- Bachelor’s/Associate degree (or equivalent) in Project Management / Civil Engineering / Construction Management / Business Administration or another relevant field
- 1 year of construction-related industry experience is considered an asset
- Experience in project coordination is considered an asset
Preferred Skills:
- Experience working on projects for clients in the construction industry
- Strong interpersonal and organizational
- Ability to manage time effectively and multitask on multiple projects at once.