Project Coordinator

Lynk is recruiting for innovative and collaborative candidates for a Project Coordinator position in Sydney, Nova Scotia.

As the Project Coordinator, you will report directly to the Electrical Manager and you will assist in the day-to-day administration tasks of the division.

About Us :

Lynk was established in 1948 as a small electrical shop in Glace Bay, NS. Today, it is a leading electrical, mechanical, HVAC and controls & instrumentation contractor, and part of the Cahill Group.

Our experienced, local team efficiently manages commercial, municipal, industrial, and renewable energy projects in and around Cape Breton.

With highly trained technicians and tradespeople, Lynk offers innovative solutions for controls and system integration as well as multi-disciplinary maintenance needs in the areas of electrical, mechanical, HVAC and traffic, and streetlights.

Why should you join Lynk?

At Lynk, we value the contributions of our employees’ and offer unique programs to put our people first. By working with Lynk, you’ll be eligible to receive the following :

• Competitive Compensation : we pay competitive salaries to ensure our employees are compensated fairly.
• Health and Dental Benefits : we offer a comprehensive co-pay benefits plan to ensure you have the support you need.
• Pension Plans : our employer-matched plan allows employees to secure their future.
• Professional Development : we take pride in offering our employees training and development programs that spark their interest and can advance their careers.

Responsibilities :

Reporting to the Electrical Manager and working in an exciting and collaborative environment, you will :

Procure goods and services such as conduit, wire, fixtures, equipment, tools, parts and supplies for industrial and commercial projects including sewage treatment, water treatment, small jobs, service and repair divisions.

Prepare and manage purchase orders electronically.

Review and approve of invoices for payment

Expedite and coordinate delivery of goods to sites.

Inventory management

Review supplier bid proposals and negotiate contracts within budgetary limitations and scope of work.

Provide project support, including :

• Obtain and submit shop drawings, track shop drawing progress including reviews and resubmissions as required.
• Coordinate and organize assembly of operation and maintenance manuals.

Assist in compiling project schedules, commissioning and closeout documentation.

Maintain material Safety Data Sheet and WHMIS information.

Assist with material take-offs and project change orders.

Assist with project tender and bid submissions, interpreting project specifications and drawings.

Attend project meetings as required.

Who are we looking for?

The successful candidate will be a graduate from a recognized engineering technology program and / or have 10 + years’ experience in the electrical construction industry and will :

Have great communication skills with the ability to work closely and effectively with other departments, team members, suppliers, general and subcontractors

Be a detail-oriented and self-directed individual with the ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize workloads and meet deadlines.

Work unsupervised in a fast-paced environment and be willing to work additional hours to meet deadlines as required.

Be proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe and ability to utilize AutoCad, Bluebeam, Accubid.

Job Details :

• Permanent, full-time
• 40 hours per week
• Monday to Friday

The Cahill Group embraces a culture of belonging in the workplace. We believe that a diverse and inclusive culture creates a work environment that is supportive, engaging, challenging, and innovative while enabling our employees to be collaborative, positive, and creative to reach our full potential.

The Cahill Group is an equal opportunity organization and welcomes applications from 2SLGBTQ+, Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC), women, newcomers to Canada, and people with disabilities.

If you require any accommodation in the recruitment process, please let us know.

If you require any accommodation in the recruitment process, please let us know.If you feel as though you can express some key qualities as noted in the above posting, please apply in confidence by clicking apply now below.

While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those under consideration will be contacted.