Posted 20 days ago
Construction Associate
@ York University
Toronto, Ontario
SIGNALS
Overview
York University is hiring a Construction Associate on a contract basis to coordinate renovation, renewal and deferred maintenance projects on its campuses. The role involves liaising with contractors and consultants, preparing tender and contract documents, and acting as lead representative on smaller, less complex projects. The posting states Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm, primarily at the Keele campus, with periodic overtime requests and a requirement to verify degrees or credentials at interview.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate renovation, renewal and deferred maintenance projects
- Liaise with contractors, consultants and end users
- Prepare tender, quote and contract documents
- Ensure contractors follow health and safety policies
- Provide problem-solving support on projects
Requirements summary:
- College diploma in construction, architecture or engineering
- Four years construction and project management experience
- One year working knowledge of building codes
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Project, Excel and Word
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-25
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-15
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-15
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Construction trades |
| Experience | 4+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Office, Construction site |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering |
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Job description
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Purpose:
Facilities Services is a team of professionals who are committed to the delivery of support services that strive to enhance the quality of campus life for all students, faculty, staff, and visitors. We are responsible for providing asafe, clean, productive and well-maintained physical learning and working environment through the effective planning and delivery of professional services in design, construction, maintenance, utilities, caretaking andgrounds. With a commitment to sustainability, equity, diversity and inclusion, Facilities Services works with campus partners to provide exceptional customer service and satisfaction in alignment with the University's corevalues.The Construction Associate is responsible for the providing project coordination and administration of renovation, renewal, and deferred maintenance for small, less complex projects at York University campuses. This involves the facilitation, planning, coordination of the design and construction processes which include liaising with contractors, consultants, end users, providing assistance and problem-solving support as required and preparing documents for tendering, quotes, contracts and agreements for signatures and issuance. This position will act as the lead representative on smaller, less complex projects to ensure that contractors and consultants adhere to York University's health and safety policies and procedures.
Education:
College diploma in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field or an equivalent of 2 years recent experience (defined as within the last three years) working at York University and performing the same or similar tasks. This education equivalency is in addition to the experiential requirements outlined below. Project Management and Certified Engineering Technologist certificate an asset.
Experience:
Four (4) years relevant related experience working in a construction and project management environment dealing directly with professional consultants, general contractors, vendors, and subtrades including onsite monitoring and inspection. One (1) year strong working knowledge of Building Codes, Planning, Design and Construction related terminology.
Skills:
Demonstrated skills including:
Please note: This position requires the candidate to produce a verification of degree(s), credentials(s), or equivalencies from accredited institutions and/or international equivalents at the time of interview. Hours of work: Monday to Friday 8:30am â?? 4:30pmSummer: Same as aboveRequests to work overtime may occur periodically throughout the year
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If you are a current York University employee in the YUSA-1 bargaining unit and/or are using your job posting rights under the collective agreement to view and apply for jobs, you must apply through the Employee Career Portal - YU Hire to be considered an internal applicant.
As per Article 12.02(f) of the YUSA-1 Collective Agreement, to be considered an internal applicant, employees in the YUSA-1 bargaining unit must submit the application 5 working days following the first day of posting. This is referred to as the 'Posted Date' on the job posting. Please refer to the 'Posting Intent' on the job posting.
The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including, but not limited to women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities (racialized), Indigenous Peoples and persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation. York University is committed to a positive, supportive and inclusive environment.
York University offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you are contacted by York University regarding a job opportunity or testing, please advise if you require accommodation.
We are committed to enhancing our environmentally and socially responsible practices for the benefit of all members of the York community. Our long term perspective recognizes our responsibility to be innovators and to continually work as a community to reduce our ecological impact.
York University employees must apply to jobs through the Employee Career Portal - YU Hire. If you are a current York University employee and/or are using your rights under a collective agreement to view and/or apply to jobs, you MUST log into YU Hire to access the York University Employee Career Portal.
PLEASE NOTE: This job posting is for an existing vacancy. Applications must be received by 11:55 pm EST on the posted deadline date, if applicable. Posting deadlines can be updated, or modified, at any time based on hiring needs. Please refer to the York U Career Portal when confirming posting deadlines.
Purpose:
Facilities Services is a team of professionals who are committed to the delivery of support services that strive to enhance the quality of campus life for all students, faculty, staff, and visitors. We are responsible for providing asafe, clean, productive and well-maintained physical learning and working environment through the effective planning and delivery of professional services in design, construction, maintenance, utilities, caretaking andgrounds. With a commitment to sustainability, equity, diversity and inclusion, Facilities Services works with campus partners to provide exceptional customer service and satisfaction in alignment with the University's corevalues.The Construction Associate is responsible for the providing project coordination and administration of renovation, renewal, and deferred maintenance for small, less complex projects at York University campuses. This involves the facilitation, planning, coordination of the design and construction processes which include liaising with contractors, consultants, end users, providing assistance and problem-solving support as required and preparing documents for tendering, quotes, contracts and agreements for signatures and issuance. This position will act as the lead representative on smaller, less complex projects to ensure that contractors and consultants adhere to York University's health and safety policies and procedures.
Education:
College diploma in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field or an equivalent of 2 years recent experience (defined as within the last three years) working at York University and performing the same or similar tasks. This education equivalency is in addition to the experiential requirements outlined below. Project Management and Certified Engineering Technologist certificate an asset.
Experience:
Four (4) years relevant related experience working in a construction and project management environment dealing directly with professional consultants, general contractors, vendors, and subtrades including onsite monitoring and inspection. One (1) year strong working knowledge of Building Codes, Planning, Design and Construction related terminology.
Skills:
Demonstrated skills including:
- ability to accesses specifications and read drawings in various paper and electronic formats
- basic knowledge of materials and methods used in the construction industry
- strong working knowledge of Building Codes, Planning, Design and construction related terminology
- good working knowledge of planning and architectural design and their terminology
- working knowledge of Building Codes
- good working knowledge of safety codes and regulations as they relate to construction sites
- working knowledge of construction techniques, practices and terminology
- excellent organizational skills
- excellent oral and written communication skills
- ability to work independently and as a member of a team
- ability to exercise tact and courtesy in dealing with others Demonstrated computer skills including:
- Basic knowledge of latest versions of AutoCad and other drawing/graphing programs (Visio, Navisworks and BIM)
- Basic knowledge of project management software (MS Project)
- Basic word processing (MS Word)
- Basic spreadsheet (MS Excel)
- EmailOther:
- Must promote the culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients, and business partners.
- Respects diversity and promotes inclusion in the workplace.
- Contributes to an inclusive and diverse team-based, positive work environment. Recognizes diversity of abilities and adapt content, tone, medium, and style to audience to be inclusive.
- Committed to continuous learning and skill building in diversity, inclusion, and cultural competence.
- Work will primarily be performed at the Keele campus but may be required to travel to other project sites as required (e.g. Glendon campus, etc).
Please note: This position requires the candidate to produce a verification of degree(s), credentials(s), or equivalencies from accredited institutions and/or international equivalents at the time of interview. Hours of work: Monday to Friday 8:30am â?? 4:30pmSummer: Same as aboveRequests to work overtime may occur periodically throughout the year
Access Full Position Posting
If you are a current York University employee in the YUSA-1 bargaining unit and/or are using your job posting rights under the collective agreement to view and apply for jobs, you must apply through the Employee Career Portal - YU Hire to be considered an internal applicant.
As per Article 12.02(f) of the YUSA-1 Collective Agreement, to be considered an internal applicant, employees in the YUSA-1 bargaining unit must submit the application 5 working days following the first day of posting. This is referred to as the 'Posted Date' on the job posting. Please refer to the 'Posting Intent' on the job posting.
The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including, but not limited to women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities (racialized), Indigenous Peoples and persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation. York University is committed to a positive, supportive and inclusive environment.
York University offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you are contacted by York University regarding a job opportunity or testing, please advise if you require accommodation.
We are committed to enhancing our environmentally and socially responsible practices for the benefit of all members of the York community. Our long term perspective recognizes our responsibility to be innovators and to continually work as a community to reduce our ecological impact.
York University employees must apply to jobs through the Employee Career Portal - YU Hire. If you are a current York University employee and/or are using your rights under a collective agreement to view and/or apply to jobs, you MUST log into YU Hire to access the York University Employee Career Portal.
PLEASE NOTE: This job posting is for an existing vacancy. Applications must be received by 11:55 pm EST on the posted deadline date, if applicable. Posting deadlines can be updated, or modified, at any time based on hiring needs. Please refer to the York U Career Portal when confirming posting deadlines.
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