construction project coordinator
The role involves coordinating subcontractor activities, planning daily operations, and managing construction schedules and milestones. Key duties include preparing budget estimates, negotiating contracts, and overseeing the purchase of building materials.
- On-site
- Yellowknife, NT
- Posted Aug 7, 2026
- Apply by Sep 6, 2026
- 1 position
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Job summary
Overview Languages English Education College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years or equivalent experience Experience 2 years to less than 3 years On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Work site environment Outdoors Interior Work setting Various locations Institutional construction Residential construction General office Commercial and/or industrial construction Head office Responsibilities Tasks Coordinate subcontractors activities Evaluate daily operations Plan and organize daily operations Select trade subcontractors Prepare and submit construction project budget estimates Hire and supervise activities of subcontractors Plan and prepare construction schedules and milestones and monitor progress Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements Operate CADD and other computer software systems Read blueprint, schemas and drawings Plan and manage budgets Direct the purchase of building materials and land acquisitions Prepare reports Supervision Working groups Contractors Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses Leadership for safety excellence course First Aid Certificate CPR Certificate Fall Arrest Protection Training Course Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate Experience and specialization Computer and technology knowledge MS Access MS Excel MS Office MS Outlook MS PowerPoint MS Project MS Word SharePoint Viewpoint Benefits Health benefits Dental plan Health care plan Vision care benefits Financial benefits Bonus Group insurance benefits Other Benefits Learning/training paid by employer Team building opportunities Employment groups This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups: Support for youths Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth Support for Indigenous people Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations
What you’ll do
The role involves coordinating subcontractor activities, planning daily operations, and managing construction schedules and milestones. Key duties include preparing budget estimates, negotiating contracts, and overseeing the purchase of building materials.
Requirements
Candidates must have a college diploma or equivalent experience and 2 to 3 years of relevant experience. Required certifications include First Aid, CPR, Fall Arrest Protection, and WHMIS.
Benefits
• Health benefits • Dental plan • Health care plan • Vision care benefits • Bonus • Group insurance benefits • Learning/training paid by employer • Team building opportunities
Other relevant skills
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- Subcontractor Coordination
- Budget Estimation
- Construction Scheduling
- Contract Negotiation
- CADD
- Blueprint Reading
- Budget Management
- Material Procurement
- MS Project
- MS Excel
- SharePoint
- Viewpoint
- Project Monitoring
- Reporting
- Supervision
- Site Management
Job areas
- Construction
- Management & Leadership
- Engineering
- Trades
- Administrative
Additional details
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Minimum experience
- 2+ years
- Apply by
- Sep 6, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Entry level
