Project Coordinator / Estimator- New Grad!

OverviewThe primary objective of this position is to provide support to the project management team and coordinate daily heavy civil, road and infrastructure activities on various commercial, industrial and civil transportation projects in the Greater Vancouver Area. Additionally, the secondary objective would be to develop skills as an Estimator for the same type of projects described. This position may require complete oversight of aspects of the project scope or coordination and estimating of various smaller projects as determined by the project requirements/ Project Manager, or department lead. Responsibilities Aid in the pursuit of projects through the bid process. This may include aiding the writing of proposals, information gathering or other estimating tasks as assigned. Assist the estimating team on quantity take offs. In conjunction with the project manager and estimating team, prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates, schedules and quantity verifications Assist project kick off, including leading required scope pre-planning, contact submissions including schedule, safety plans, environmental management plans, staging plans, and quality management plans. For smaller projects, ensure project plans, coding, locates and specifications and drawings have been distributed to supervisors and crews. Ensure an understanding of project scope and productions. Responsible for all safety and environmental aspects on projects and at worksites in accordance with current OH&S and environmental regulations. Promote Lafarge’s safety culture. Project coordination including attending site meetings, identifying and pricing work extra to the contract, coordinating and scheduling the project with the customer, invoicing, collections, and resolving any disputes involving the customer and any other third parties. Collaborate with the project team including overseeing jr. coordinators and project support staff and collaborating with supervisors and crews. Verify job site quantities. This is done either through internal survey, external survey or plan take offs. Assist the Project Manager with monthly progress invoices, reporting monthly accruals and review and approve supplier and subcontractor invoices. Monitor project costs and financial reports. Provide feedback to operations and estimating departments. Direct liaison with customers, consultants and owners. Ensure that client satisfaction has been achieved. Collaborate with the accounting team to ensure cash collections and other accounting targets are being achieved. Ensure project close out items are completed including documentation hand overs and post constitution inspections are completed and approved. Complete project reviews and provide management a close out review upon season or project completion. Other tasks as assigned. Salary Range : $70,.00 to $75,.00 per annum Qualifications Profile Educational Background: A diploma or degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Tech with a C.E.T designation or PMP is preferred. A combination of educational background along with skills / field experience will be considered. Experience: Minimum 2-5 years project coordination and field supervisory experience, estimating experience preferred. Experience managing projects valued $ , and above. General understanding of construction accounting. Experience managing a project team including jr. coordinators and project support staff. Computer literate. Understanding of Microsoft excel, Microsoft project, Bluebeam and Bid2Win estimating software, or other major recognized estimating software. Strong understanding of heavy Civil Infrastructure, Highway Interchange, Rail, Port, Industrial and Commercial roads, bridges, and civil construction and all other components including structural concrete, asphalt paving, sub-grade, gravel base course, concrete flatworks, construction and related subcontractor operations. As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, may be required.