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Project Coordinator

@ J EllisDon Corporation

Halifax, Nova Scotia

Full-time3+ years experience
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Overview

J EllisDon Corporation is hiring a full-time Project Coordinator for construction projects. The role maintains shop drawings, tracks RFIs and changes, coordinates subcontractors and consultants, and supports the Project Manager and Superintendent. The posting states a salary of $70,000 - $80,000 CAD and requires 3-5 years of construction experience.

Responsibilities:

  • Maintain shop drawings and track RFIs and changes
  • Review, interpret and update construction schedules
  • Coordinate subcontractors, consultants and owners on complex issues
  • Assist Project Manager and Superintendent in administration and field work
  • Conduct quality control and inspection programs

Requirements summary:

  • 3-5 years of construction experience or equivalent training
  • Working knowledge of scheduling and project management software
  • Knowledge of construction equipment, techniques and standards
  • Effective oral and written communication skills
  • Preference for candidates eligible for CISD security clearance

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Employer posting date
2026-11-04
First seen by our source
2026-11-05
Source record updated
2026-11-05

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentProject management
Experience3+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Work settingConstruction site, Office
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
Encouraged to applyIndigenous peoples
Security clearanceOther clearance

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We recognize that the construction industry is changing at a rapid pace and we continually strive to be at the forefront. Our core valuesempower people to deliver great careers to one another and develop creative solutions for complex problems on some of the most exciting projects. It doesn’t matter what your expertise and craft is – there are no boundaries. We are a group of professionals with a variety of expertise within pre-construction, construction, and post-construction. To learn more, check out our Cradle to Grave services and hear from our team directly about what a career at EllisDon could look like for you. As you can see, we are a diverse bunch.


Above all, we are a group of individuals with unique experiences and at EllisDon, we choose to celebrate the strength in our differences, every day. EllisDon’s commitment to Inclusive Diversity is to work together to create an environment where every employee feels safe to be their true and authentic self. Ultimately, EllisDon’s purpose is to provide people with similar values the opportunity to achieve to their full potential; to deliver that opportunity for great careers to one another; and to contribute meaningfully to the community we share with others.


In case you’re curious, here’s what the industry thinks of us and some of the impacts we've made to the communities we work inand our latest Impact Report, highlighting how we're putting our values into practice in areas such as the climate & environment, inclusive diversity, indigenous relations, and health and safety.


You as a Project Coordinator will:


  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date shop drawings, track the status of RFIs and changes.
  • Review Subcontractor RFI’s and confirm accuracy prior to issuance to Consultants and try to work towards a resolution; coordinate meetings between Subcontractors and Consultants to resolve any complex issues that may exist; monitor and follow up for response in a timely manner.
  • Work alongside and regularly communicate with owners, architects, contractors and engineers.
  • May have been delegated the responsibility to directly manage one or multiple Subcontractors or specific portion of a project.
  • Review, interpret and update construction schedules.
  • Assist the Project Manager and Superintendent in project administration and field work for the project.
  • Conduct quality control activities, inspection programs and periodic updating of construction progress records.

Is this the right role for you:


  • 3-5 years of construction experience or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience.
  • You have a working knowledge of scheduling and project management software.
  • You work positively within a team to achieve a common goal of completion of the project.
  • You have working knowledge of construction equipment and techniques, drawings and specifications, building materials, and required standards applicable to discipline.
  • You have effective oral and written communication skills and ability to represent the company and project team in a professional manner to the Owner, Architect, related project staff and the community.
  • Preference for candidates that are able to obtain Security Clearance through CISD (PWSGC).
  • The salary range for this job is: $70,000 - $80,000 CAD.

EllisDon is proud to provide this unique career opportunity that provides continuous learning, opportunity for growth, and a competitive compensation package within an environment that is committed to inclusion and respects diversity.

Go ahead and be yourself. We'll pay you for it!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome people of any age, culture, subculture, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, race, size, mental or physical status, veteran status, religion, language, political opinion, working-style preference, family status, education, and socio-economic status. The EllisDon core values of Integrity and Mutual Respect welcomes everyone, at work and in the community, and our value of Mutual Accountability, means that we all have a role to play. As an EllisDon employee, this will ultimately be your commitment to Inclusive Diversity.

​Accommodation for Applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.

We are committed to providing a positive candidate experience and ensuring timely updates are provided to all candidates. If you haven’t already, be sure to create a profile on our Careers page to remain up to date on the status of your application and learn about new career opportunities as they arise.

EllisDon uses AI tools to assist in screening and assessing applicants for this position.

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