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Project Coordinator - Emergency Response Division

Mississauga, Ontario
Mid Level
full_time

About the role

The Project Coordinator is primarily responsible to ensure excellence in project execution while maintaining and strengthening positive relationships with customers and contractors working in the office and in the field. Other duties will evolve with capacity Requirements: and the flow and growth of our business. The position requires that the incumbent be capable of managing and responding to variable expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Working closely and collaboratively with the Business Development Manager and the Estimator, actively oversee and manage the successful execution of projects as assigned.
  • Emergency Response Team Lead: Direct responsibility for scheduling people, equipment, and related resources, coordinating the overall flow of project activity, and proactively updating issues with those who need to know.
  • Develop, maintain, and implement project management procedures to accurately track and control costs associated with projects.
  • Attend and host field meeting, including team tailgate meetings and conduct JHSC and Monthly H&S Meetings.
  • Adapt to changing project and customer circumstances by developing workable and cost-effective contingency plans that respect overall project guidelines and contribute to planned outcomes.
  • Develop and strengthen relationships with customers and business (sub) contractors.
  • Troubleshooting, problem solving, and effective communication are key success factors in sustaining relationships within the project work environment.
  • Ensure the highest degree of compliance with standards and regulations related to Occupational Health and Safety and Environmental legislation in all phases of project activity.
  • Actively contribute as required to ensure that projects maintain forward momentum. This will require a high degree of hands-on versatility with the ability to supervise work and operate equipment at job sites, consult with customers and execute contingency plans in a timely manner, and secure replacement or additional resources on jobs.
  • As capacity and business flow may dictate, assist Operations or other departments within the business through support with project management, quality control or process audits, or additional related and complementary duties.
  • Follow all established organizational policies and procedures.
  • Support the vision and values of the organization.
  • Promote and participate in a work environment free of workplace harassment and violence.
  • Perform work in a safe manner, so as not to endanger oneself or others.
  • Reporting workplace hazards, accidents or other occurrences that may pose a risk to the organization or the safety of oneself or others.
  • Participate in team/staff meetings when required.
  • Work in a manner that preserves confidentiality and minimizes risk.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies:

  • Post-secondary Diploma or Degree in a related field of study.
  • Must have direct project management and leadership experience in the environmental and/or emergency services field.
  • Able to adjust to flexible working schedule based in customer needs (Evenings and Weekends).
  • Comfort with various software platforms.
  • Experience managing projects start to finish including, scoping, quoting, coordinating on site and tracking job costs and progress.
  • Demonstrated knowledge with Asbestos, Lead, abatement and remediation (additional training can be provided).
  • Confidence reading and interpreting blue prints and engineering drawings.
  • Knowledge of project coordination and related logistics.
  • Occasional travel throughout Ontario, responding to on-call customer needs.
  • Progressive experience in the environmental or waste management industry is considered an asset.
  • Solid understanding of Occupational Health and Safety and Environmental legislation as it relates to remediation and waste management projects.
  • Superior problem-solving and project troubleshooting skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively handle unanticipated issues that require urgent decision making.
  • Above average communication and interpersonal skills with strong ability to negotiate outcomes that to the greatest extent possible meet the needs of all parties.
  • Ability to work independently while contributing to a team effort, and a willingness to be very hands-on.
  • Valid Driver's License and comfortable driving a company vehicle for various work related needs.
  • Valid Certification in First Aid/CPR (or willingness to obtain).
  • Bilingual English/French or other languages an asset.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact myworkdayrecruitment@gflenv.com

About GFL Environmental Inc.

Environmental Services
10,000+

GFL Environmental is the only major diversified environmental services company in North America offering services in solid waste management, liquid waste management and soil remediation.

Through a strategically located network of facilities across Canada the United States, GFL’s dedicated, professional team of employees provides local service to more than 4 million households under municipal contracts and to more than 135,000 industrial, commercial and institutional customers.

We offer an unparalleled commitment to customer service, reliability and efficiency and maintain an unwavering focus on safety and compliance with environmental and legislative requirements.

At GFL, we believe that by providing accessible, cost-effective environmental solutions we will encourage greater environmental responsibility and allow our customers and the communities we serve to be Green For Life.


GFL Environnement est la seule grande entreprise de services environnementaux diversifiés en Amérique du Nord offrant des services de gestion des déchets solides, de gestion des déchets liquides et d'assainissement des sols.

Grâce à un réseau stratégiquement situé au Canada et aux Etats-Unis, l'équipe professionnelle et dévouée d'employés de GFL offre un service local à plus de 4 millions de foyers sous contrat municipal et à plus de 135 000 clients industriels, commerciaux et institutionnels.

Nous offrons un engagement inégalé à l'égard du service à la clientèle, de la fiabilité et de l'efficacité, et nous mettons l'accent sur la sécurité et le respect des exigences environnementales et légales.

Chez GFL, nous croyons qu'en offrant des solutions environnementales accessibles et rentables, nous encouragerons une plus grande responsabilité environnementale et nous permettrons à nos clients et aux collectivités.