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Project Manager Assistant

Belfor1 day ago
Owen Sound, ON
Senior Level
full_time

Top Benefits

Health, dental, and vision coverage
Paid vacation days
RRSP matching program

About the role

Organize, Track, Support, Succeed!

At BELFOR*, we restore more than buildings—we restore peace of mind.*

As a global leader in property restoration for over 70 years, we help people recover from the unexpected.

About BELFOR

BELFOR is a global leader in property restoration, helping families and businesses recover from fire, water, storm, and other disaster-related damage. With over 70 years of experience, we’re dedicated to restoring properties and rebuilding lives. Join a team that values excellence, teamwork, and your professional growth in a fast-paced, rewarding industry.

Position Overview

We’re looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Project Manager Assistant to support our Project Management team. In this role, you’ll handle office administration, keep project documentation on track, and make sure communication flows smoothly between all parties involved. You’ll play a key part in ensuring our restoration projects run efficiently from start to finish.

What You’ll Do:

  • Support Project Managers through the full project cycle—from setup to closeout.
  • Prepare, review, and upload project documentation (authorizations, certificates, scopes of work, budgets, estimates, etc.).
  • Keep communication clear and consistent with clients, vendors, insurers, and team

Members.

  • Track project progress, schedules, and changes; maintain organized and accurate records.
  • Draft and edit correspondence such as letters, memos, reports, and emails.
  • Assist with invoicing, ensuring accuracy and compliance with client requirements.
  • Organize files and submit final project documentation packages.
  • Support health & safety procedures, reporting, and documentation.
  • Any other reasonable duties as assigned.

What You Bring:

  • Previous experience in office administration or project coordination (restoration, construction, or insurance industry experience is an asset).
  • Highschool Diploma/GED;
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite;
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize a diversified workload and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
  • Attention to detail and a keen sense of safeguarding other people’s property and information;
  • Understanding of customer service principles and practices; and
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a high level of professionalism.

Nice To Have:

  • 1+ years prior office experience;
  • Experience in the construction, insurance or restoration industry;
  • Proficiency with Xactimate; and
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a motor vehicle per BELFOR’s Auto Policy.

Working Conditions

  • Due to the nature of our business, this position will work normal business hours but may be required to work in the evenings, on-call, or outside normal working hours;
  • Perform tasks requiring mobility in tight or confined spaces, sustained physical activity (standing, lifting, walking, bending, kneeling), and working at heights over 5 feet as needed;
  • Manual dexterity for keyboarding, repetitive tasks, and prolonged periods of computer use, demanding attention to detail and high levels of accuracy; and
  • Periodic travel may be required.

Why Join Us:

  • Competitive compensation package;
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits;
  • Company phone and laptop provided;
  • Paid vacation and RRSP matching program;
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP); and
  • Leadership development and industry-specific training and support.

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Accessibility Statement (AODA in Ontario)

BELFOR (Canada) Inc. is committed to providing a barrier-free work environment in concert with the provincial guidelines for accessibility (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Ontario Only). As such, BELFOR (Canada) Inc. will make accommodations available to applicants with disabilities upon request during the recruitment process.

Human Rights Statement:

BELFOR (Canada) Inc. is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer. While we appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We thank all applicants for their submissions

About Belfor

Construction
5001-10,000

BELFOR Property Restoration is the North American leader in integrated disaster recovery and property restoration services. With more than 100 full-service offices in the U.S., we are geographically positioned to respond to almost any disaster – large or small - coast to coast. A proven track record of superior response and unmatched resources has made BELFOR the contractor of choice for damages caused by fire, water, wind or other catastrophes.

BELFOR USA Group is a privately-owned subsidiary of BELFOR Holdings Inc. and operates under the brand name of BELFOR Property Restoration.

Disasters Never Clock Out. Neither Do We. BELFOR people get out of bed at 2:00 a.m. to perform an emergency board-up. BELFOR people often cancel personal plans at the last-minute to service a client. BELFOR people have sacrificed holidays to provide exceptional customer service. These situations happen every single day ... and every single day our people knock it out of the park.

The feeling that we're Restoring More Than Property is one of the best and most fulfilling things that we do.