SG Cunningham Looking for Construction Project Coordinator at Waterloo, ON Full Time

SG Cunningham is looking for an experienced Project Coordinator to begin full-time, permanent work with an exciting, community-minded company. The Project Coordinator will support SG Cunningham’s team of Project Managers with all aspects of project coordination. This includes (but is not limited to) closing tenders, scheduling, project start-up and close-out, as well as drafting of purchase orders, quotations, subcontracts, RFPs, budgets, invoices, and other administrative tasks.

Benefits:
Full-time, permanent employment with a company you can genuinely be proud to work for.

Competitive compensation and benefits package, including mileage.

A company smart phone and laptop.

Full support to help you grow in your career. We encourage everyone on our team to explore professional development to increase your skill set – whether that be taking courses at Conestoga College or the GVCA.

A career path that includes professional growth, with the potential to become a Jr. Project Manager and later a Project Manager.

Work with an amazing team (that is also fun!) We offer all team members performance incentives.

Great work/hard work does not go unnoticed.

Our company has an award-winning Health & Safety program and a robust safety culture. You can rest assured that all health and safety measures are being taken so that you can perform your job safely.

Our team is professional, hard working and excited to continually build incredible spaces inside and out.

Qualifications:
Minimum 3 years’ experience working as a PM Assistant or Project Coordinator with a General Contractor

Formal education in a related field (college or university) is preferred

Excellent knowledge of Canadian construction building science, construction practices, techniques and standards including Ontario building codes

Ability to read and understand construction-related drawings/documents/specs

Strong knowledge of construction processes through all phases – start-up through construction and close-out

Can proactively identify issues and develop effective solutions

Experience using Procore

Excellent attention to detail

Excellent verbal and written communications skills

Excellent time management and organization skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Effective problem solving and decision-making skills

Able to manage work responsibilities to meet tight deadlines

Excellent computer skills; strong comfort level with technology

“G” Driver’s license, access to a vehicle and a clean driving record

Responsibilities:
Assist with closing tenders, project start-up and close-out

Drafting purchase orders, quotations, invoices, contracts, subcontracts, RFPs, etc.

Attend site meetings to record, type and distribute meeting minutes on behalf of the PM

Attend client meetings and assist with the determination of project requirements

Work with PM to understand and track the progress and quality of work being performed by trades and suppliers

Use project scheduling and control tools to monitor project plans, work hours, budgets and expenses

Develop and maintain excellent relationships with subtrades, consultants, designers and clients

Effectively communicate relevant project information to the PM

Keep PM informed about the status of projects and issues that may impact client relations and schedule deviations

Maintain good communication with subtrades to assure timely completion of jobs

Assist Project Managers with managing all aspects of their projects in Procore

Assisting with creating project schedules using MS Project or Excel

Assist PM with sourcing materials

Assist PM with preparing the Scope of Work list for the Site Superintendent and crew

Provide project support to the Site Superintendent

Filing, scanning, and other administrative tasks as needed

About SG Cunningham:
SG Cunningham is a family-owned and operated general contractor and construction management firm that has been serving Waterloo Region and Southwestern Ontario since 1976. Through a company-wide focus on proactive and entrepreneurial thinking, our team approaches every project with a vision of transforming the ordinary into the extraordinary (regardless of size). With each and every project, we aim to exceed our clients’ expectations by delivering first-class service through constructive collaboration, diligent management and effective communication.

SGC is known for our excellent work and our strong values: quality, integrity, transparency, innovation, health & safety excellence and supporting our community.

SGC is proud to support our community by investing in the charities, not-for-profits, hospitals and institutions that take care of our families, friends and neighbours. We believe giving back is part of good corporate citizenship, and an ethos of giving back is a major part of our company culture.

Here’s what our employees have to say:
“Our company treats everyone with great respect – not only our clients, but our co-workers, our subcontractors and suppliers. We’re a diverse group that respects equality and fairness for all. We’re fun, yet we keep safety at the forefront of every decision.” – Paul, Site Superintendent (with SGC 6 years)

“We are a team-oriented company with a background in all areas of general construction and project management. We strive to do the best by staying on top of the latest training and safety practices, as well as by following and researching new products and building materials available.” – Jay, Carpenter (with SGC 4 years)

You will be a good fit if:
You are a self-starter with a strong work ethic

You are detail-oriented, professional, committed to excellence and to finding solutions

You demonstrate great customer service – treating our clients with kindness and respect

You are a team player, and show respect for your team

You are dependable – you show up on time and are accountable to your team

You aim for continual improvement and try to build upon your skills

You uphold health and safety standards to ensure the safety of yourself and others

For more information about SG Cunningham, please visit www.sgcunningham.com.

If you are interested in this job, please reach out to info@sgcunningham.com with a copy of your resume.