Project Coordinator Commercial

Your new company

Our client is a well-established and highly respected Ottawa-based real estate and property development organization with a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, mixed-use, and land development assets. With decades of success in the local market, they continue to invest heavily in the construction, rehabilitation, and modernization of their properties and communities.

Due to continued growth and an active capital projects portfolio, they are seeking a Project Coordinator to join their Construction team.

Your new role

Reporting to the Construction Manager, you will support the planning, coordination, and delivery of a variety of capital improvement, renovation, rehabilitation, maintenance, and construction projects across a diverse property portfolio.

You will assist in managing projects from concept through closeout, coordinating contractors, consultants, suppliers, and regulatory authorities while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on budget, and on schedule.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting site inspections and property assessments to identify deficiencies and recommend solutions.
• Assisting with project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and feasibility studies.
• Preparing scopes of work, cost estimates, reports, and project documentation.
• Supporting tendering processes, contractor procurement, bid evaluations, and contract administration activities.
• Coordinating permit applications, utility approvals, and regulatory requirements.
• Tracking project costs, reviewing invoices, and monitoring budget performance.
• Performing regular site visits to monitor construction progress, quality, and compliance.
• Supporting health and safety initiatives and ensuring adherence to applicable regulations.
• Managing project records, change orders, schedules, and closeout documentation.
• Liaising with tenants, consultants, contractors, municipal authorities, and internal stakeholders

What you'll need to succeed

To be considered for this position, you will possess:

• A diploma or degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering Technology, Architectural Technology, Building Sciences, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related discipline.
• 3–5 years of project coordination experience within commercial, institutional, multi-residential, property management, rehabilitation, or construction environments.
• Strong understanding of construction practices, project delivery, contract administration, budgeting, and scheduling.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Experience working with contractors, consultants, and municipal authorities.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience using Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Microsoft Project, or similar construction software would be considered an asset.
• Knowledge of Ontario construction health and safety requirements.
• A valid Ontario Class G driver's licence and access to a vehicle.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary of $60,000-$75,000
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• Group RRSP with employer matching
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Stable long-term career opportunity with a well-capitalized Ottawa organization
• Exposure to a diverse range of construction, renovation, and capital improvement projects

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

This posting is for an existing vacancy with the organization.

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