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Project or Construction Coordinator

@ WSP

Yellowknife, Northwest Territories

Full-time2+ years experience
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Overview

WSP is hiring a Project or Construction Coordinator in Yellowknife, NT, to support environmental remediation, mine closure and construction projects across Northern Canada. The role is full-time, involves field-based coordination with contractors, clients and Indigenous communities, and requires 2-5 years of relevant experience. Pay is listed as $35.70-$47.30 per hour for the NT region.

Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate construction, remediation and field activities on northern projects
  • Support planning, scheduling, procurement and contractor coordination
  • Monitor field progress, safety, quality and contractor performance
  • Maintain project documentation, logs and progress tracking
  • Collaborate with clients, contractors, Indigenous communities and regulators

Requirements summary:

  • Diploma or degree in engineering, construction management or environmental science
  • 2-5 years supporting construction, environmental, mining or infrastructure projects
  • Experience coordinating contractors, schedules, budgets and documentation
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings and contract documents
  • Based in Yellowknife or the Northwest Territories

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Employer posting date
2026-10-15
First seen by our source
2026-10-15
Source record updated
2026-10-15

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentConstruction trades
Experience2+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: minimal · ground: moderate
Work settingConstruction site, Outdoors, Office
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer moderate
EducationCollege diploma (preferred), Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
Fields of studyEngineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Environmental Science
Perks mentionedFlexible hours

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Job description

What if you could redefine what's possible? With us, you can.

With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.

We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.

With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science‑based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.

We are pathfinders and impact makers.

We are Visioneers. We are WSP.

The Opportunity

Build the Future with Us - Join WSP's Applied Solutions team in Yellowknife, NT, supporting the delivery of environmental remediation, mine closure, and construction projects across Northern Canada. This opportunity is ideal for an intermediate Project / Construction Coordinator who thrives in dynamic field environments and is passionate about delivering projects that create lasting environmental and community benefits.

This role offers the opportunity to gain valuable experience on complex northern projects while growing your project delivery, construction coordination, and stakeholder management expertise.

Candidates currently based in Yellowknife or elsewhere in the Northwest Territories are strongly encouraged to apply and bring their local knowledge and northern experience to our growing team.

Your Impact

  • Coordinate construction, remediation, and field activities to support the successful delivery of environmental and mine closure projects across Northern Canada.

  • Support project planning, scheduling, procurement, contractor coordination, and project controls alongside project managers.

  • Monitor field progress, safety, quality, and contractor performance to help ensure work is delivered on scope and schedule.

  • Maintain project documentation, including daily reports, field logs, meeting minutes, action registers, and progress tracking tools.

  • Collaborate with clients, contractors, Indigenous communities, regulators, and technical teams to facilitate effective project execution.

  • Assist with logistics, mobilization, workforce coordination, and material management for remote project sites.

  • Identify risks, resolve field issues, and champion a culture of safety, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement.

The Skills That Set You Apart

  • Diploma or degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.

  • 2-5 years of experience supporting construction, environmental, mining, industrial, or infrastructure projects.

  • Experience coordinating contractors, field activities, schedules, budgets, and project documentation.

  • Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, work packages, schedules, and contract documents.

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams); experience with project management or scheduling software is an asset.

  • Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.

  • Based in Yellowknife or the Northwest Territories and able to leverage local knowledge, relationships, and northern experience to support successful project delivery.

Why Choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.

  • Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
  • A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
  • Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it's across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition — because your growth drives ours.
  • Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

#WeAreWSP

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $35.70 - $47.30
MB & ON: $32.60 - $44.90
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $32.30 - $42.90

Disclosure:

The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Ready to Build What's Next?

Bring your project coordination expertise, problem-solving mindset, and passion for environmental and construction project delivery to a team shaping sustainable outcomes across Northern Canada. At WSP, you'll gain exposure to impactful projects, work alongside industry-leading professionals, and build a career supported by mentorship, growth, and limitless opportunity.

At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

It’s why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what’s possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.

As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

At WSP, you’ll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.

Join us.

Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here.

Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here.

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