Operations Coordinator

Surrey, BC
On-site
Posted Sep 20, 2026
1 position

$30–$35 / hour

Opens an external site

Employment type: Full-time
Posting language: English

Job summary

The Operations Coordinator manages day-to-day project workflows, including billing, work order updates, and documentation compliance. They act as a liaison between field teams and internal stakeholders to resolve operational gaps and support continuous process improvement.

Job details

ABOUT US Forbes Bros. Group of Companies is a leading utility infrastructure contractor helping power communities across Canada and the United States. Built on family roots, we value safety, hard work, and getting the job done right for our clients. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to build your skills and grow your career. ROLE DETAILS * Location: Surrey, BC office. * Work arrangement: On-site (Full-time, in-office). * Employment type: Full-time, permanent. * Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. THE OPPORTUNITY The Office Manager leads daily administrative operations across three regional locations, supporting onsite teams and serving as a central point of contact for inquiries. You will guide Office Administrators, coordinate employee and project support, and keep office processes, records, and resources organized. This opportunity suits an experienced construction administrator who enjoys leading people and keeping busy operations running smoothly. You will work with employees, project teams, and management to resolve administrative issues, maintain accurate information, and deliver consistent support across locations. KEY ELEMENTS OF THE ROLE * Lead, coach, and develop Office Administrators across three regional locations, providing guidance and maintaining consistent standards for administrative support. * Manage daily office operations, including inquiries, office upkeep, mail, deliveries, meeting room bookings, property management coordination, and office and field supplies. * Coordinate onboarding documentation, training requirements, and equipment readiness. Support field employees with PPE requests, apprenticeship documentation, and IT requests with Project Manager approval. * Coordinate the receipt, staging, inventory tracking, packaging, and shipment of IT equipment across U.S. operations, maintaining accurate asset records and timely delivery. * Obtain and manage construction permits, maintain license and certification records, and verify that subcontractors provide required insurance and compliance documentation. * Manage job setup and maintenance in company systems, keeping project information, customer requirements, and billing details accurate to support timely invoicing. * Support payroll through timesheet review, discrepancy resolution, and coordination. Maintain shared records for employees, projects, crews, invoices, and vehicle and fuel card sign-outs. * Handle confidential information with discretion, follow company policies and procedures, and demonstrate Forbes Bros.’ core value of WE WORK SAFE. WHAT YOU’LL BRING * A high school diploma or GED. A bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, or a related field is preferred. * At least five years of experience as an Office Administrator in construction or a similar environment. * At least two years of team leadership, supervision, or coordination experience, with demonstrated ability to support and motivate a team. * Strong computer skills and experience working across multiple platforms, including Microsoft Office, Excel, and Microsoft Project. * Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and develop practical solutions. * Clear written and verbal communication skills, a high level of accuracy, and close attention to detail. * Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with employees, clients, and all levels of management. The range shown is the expected base pay range for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on role requirements, experience, qualifications, work location, applicable project/site requirements, internal equity, and any applicable collective agreement or union requirements. This range does not include overtime, premiums, per diem / LOA, bonuses, benefits, or other forms of compensation unless specifically stated in the job posting. Base Pay Range $30—$35 CAD EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & RECRUITMENT Forbes Bros. Group of Companies and its affiliated entities are equal opportunity employers committed to a respectful and accessible recruitment process. We make employment decisions based on job-related qualifications and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or family status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Applicants must currently be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is located and must maintain valid work authorization throughout their employment. Employment is subject to the requirements of the applicable role, location, project, and employing entity. Depending on the position, this may include verification of work authorization, background screening, review of driving records or driver’s abstracts, drug and alcohol screening, credential verification, client or site-access requirements, and other pre-employment conditions permitted by applicable law. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process in accordance with applicable law. Applicants who require accommodation are encouraged to contact the recruitment team so we can discuss their needs and arrange appropriate support.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have at least one year of experience in an operations role within the construction industry. Proficiency in MS Office, Excel, and MS Project is required, along with a valid Class 5 Driver's License.