Activity coordinator Jobs in Oshawa, ON

ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Black & McDonald's Power Generation team is growing! If you are committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.

The Project Coordinator is located in Darlington and typically reports directly to the Program Manager. The Project Coordinator is an integral member of the project team responsible for delivering modification projects of varying size and complexity. The Project Coordinator is responsible for planning, organizing, and coordinating project activities from start to finish according to schedule, specifications and budget, and dealing with project changes under the direction of a Project Manager (PM) & Program Manager (PgM).

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To plan, in conjunction with the Project Manager, to execute projects in accordance with Corporate Policy; managing all day-to-day project management
• Assist the PM in the drafting and issuance of project plans, budget, cash flow and preliminary schedule
• Assist the PM in material procurement, coordination and delivery to the construction team
• Prepare project organization and communication charts
• Support the project management team in coordinating project planning activities
• Support the PM in leading the project organization and assign the work activities throughout the project lifecycle
• Chair project meetings and distribute minutes to all project team members
• Track the progress and quality of work being performed by design disciplines/trades
• Use project scheduling and control tools to monitor projects plans, work hours, budgets, and expenditures
• Prepare progress reports and issue progress schedules to clients
• Review work/contracts/WIP for areas of risk and correct deficiencies
• Effectively and accurately communicate relevant project information to the client and project team
• Maintain Contract Execution Tracking Log
• Track & manage contemplated change notices and change orders in the database
• Prepare substantial completion certificates and ensure all required project close- out documents are obtained
• Keep the Project Manager (PM) and others informed about project status and issues that may impact client relations
• Work with project management team to develop tools and templates
• Implement processes and procedures and conduct training sessions when necessary
• Coordinate all project management, engineering, and construction activities
• Support the project management team in monitoring project performance (cost, schedule, quality) and assist in completing and distributing regular project reports (including issues, status, and KPI's) to key stakeholders
• Support the coordination of project close-out activities and transfer to operations
• Maintain relationships with key internal and external stakeholders
• Ensure clients' needs are met in a timely and cost-effective manner
• Interface between various internal stakeholders (project services, engineering, procurement, construction, quality)
• Communicate ideas for improving company processes with a positive and constructive attitude

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• Communicates Effectively
• Customer Focus
• Problem Solving and Innovation

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelors' Degree, Diploma, Certificate or related

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 2+ years of experience as a Project Coordinator role or equivalent for nuclear power plant industry or related construction/industrial projects
• Experience on projects engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) scopes preferred
• Experience on OPG AS9, Engineering Change Control (ECC) and Work Management process preferred

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Basic understanding or project management, engineering and construction processes, procedures and relevant software
• Strong interpersonal, communication, organization and analytical skills
• Proficient in MS Project and/or Primavera and the MS Office Suite of products
• Proficient in MS Visio to create daily project logic and timelines for client
• Effective communication skills including verbal, written and presentation skills
• Proven ability to work effectively both independently and in a team based environment
• Demonstrated willingness to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities
• A Client Security Clearance will be required

WORK PERKS & BENEFITS

• Company paid health and dental benefits
• Opportunity to participate in community and wellness initiatives
• Team building events
• Access to a dynamic Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Opportunity for ongoing professional development
• Rewards and recognition
• Scholarship Program for employee dependents

APPLICATION PROCESS

Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.