Construction Project Coordinator

Job title: Construction Project Coordinator

Company: National Research Council Canada

Job description: Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women, Indigenous peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*.

• The Employment Equity Act, which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.

Candidates are asked to self-declare when applying to this hiring process.City: Ottawa, VictoriaOrganizational Unit: Real Property Planning and ManagementClassification: TO-3Tenure: TermDuration: 3 YearsLanguage Requirements: EnglishWork Arrangements: Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position will require full-time physical presence at the at the NRC work location identified.Your ChallengeGreat Minds. One Goal. Canada’s Success.Help bring research to life and drive your career forward with the National Research Council of Canada (NRC), Canada’s largest research and technology organization.We are looking for a Construction Project Coordinator to support our Real Property Planning and Management Branch in Ottawa and in Victoria. The Construction Project Coordinator would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.The successful candidate must possess significant experience and knowledge in a variety of construction disciplines. The incumbent will be exposed to a wide variety of buildings, including offices, laboratories and special use facilities (such as cleanrooms and wind tunnels) that offer an interesting work experience. As a Construction Project Coordinator, you will represent the NRC, the building owner on the construction site and will be expected to be the eyes and ears and spokesperson for the Construction Project Manager who holds overall responsibility for the project.The Construction Project Coordinator is expected to coordinate multiple projects and contracts simultaneously while ensuring that work is completed according to the tender documents and that industry best practices and all safety and building codes are respected. Due to the fast-paced working environment, the Construction Project Coordinator will need to have strong communication skills and must have experience working with contractors, consultants, clients.The projects range from renovations, restorations and alterations of NRC buildings and facilities to new construction and involve all construction trades and disciplines including civil, structural, architectural, mechanical and electrical. The project values can range from tens of thousands of dollars to millions of dollars depending on the complexity and size of the project being completed.Screening CriteriaApplicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:EducationCollege diploma in Architectural, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or Structural Engineering Technology or a relevant trade license.A combination of education, training and experience will be considered.For information on certificates and diplomas issued abroad, please seeExperience

• Significant experience with contract administration and management ensuring conformance to tender documents (drawings and specifications) for contractual compliance, due diligence, assessing the quality of the work, safety reviews;
• Experience with all construction trades including the disciplines of civil, structural, architectural, mechanical and electrical;
• Significant experience in coordinating the on-site activities of contractors on multi-trade projects;
• Significant and recent experience related to the commercial or industrial building construction industry.

• Significant is defined as: between two (2) and six (6) years of experience.
• Recent is defined as: within the last two (2) years.

ASSETS:

• Experience coordinating construction contracts in the Federal Government environment would be considered an asset.
• Formal certification in construction management would also be considered an asset

Condition of EmploymentReliability StatusLanguage RequirementsEnglishAssessment CriteriaCandidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:Technical Competencies

• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Ability to coordinate the work of construction Contractors for building additions, renovations, equipment installation and commissioning
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks and set priorities
• Knowledge of construction practices and techniques and design and construction details, particularly of the architectural or mechanical or electrical trades
• Knowledge of the construction industry including legal aspects, Owner/Contractor/subcontractor relationships
• Knowledge of building codes and construction safety standards and practices

Behavioural Competencies

• Management services – Client focus (Level 2)
• Management services – Initiative (Level 2)
• Management services – Results orientation (Level 2)
• Management services – Teamwork (Level 2)
• Management services – Communication (Level 2)

Competency Profile(s)For this position, the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile:CompensationSalary under reviewFrom $58,445 to $80,040 per annum.NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of including comprehensive health and dental plans, vacation, sick, and other leave entitlements, disability insurance and pension plans.The NRC AdvantageThe National Research Council of Canada (NRC) is the Government of Canada’s largest research organization supporting industrial innovation, the advancement of knowledge and technology development. We collaborate with over 70 colleges, universities and hospitals annually, work with 800 companies on their projects, and provide advice or funding to over 8000 Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) each year.We bring together the brightest minds to deliver tangible impacts on the lives of Canadians and people around the world. And now, we want to partner with you. Let your expertise and inspirations make an impact by joining the NRC.At the NRC Employee wellness matters. We offer flexible work schedules as well as part-time work to help employees maintain work-life balance. We are one of the few federal organizations that close our offices during the December holiday season. We offer professional learning and development opportunities such as conferences, workshops, and a suite of mentorship, award and recognition programs. Diversity enables creativity and innovation. Fostering a diverse, inclusive, welcoming and supportive workplace is important to us, and contributes to a more inclusive Canadian innovation system. We welcome all qualified applicants and encourage you to complete the employment equity self-declaration questions during the job application process. Please let us know of any accommodation measures required to help you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Please note that the information you provide will be treated confidentially.Help us solve problems for Canada. Grow your career with us today!Notes

• Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC’s directives.
• Many of the daily tasks require physical activities including climbing, reaching, lifting and working on construction sites.
• A pre-qualified list may be established for similar positions for a one year period.
• Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.
• The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.
• We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Please direct your questions, with the requisition number (22336) to:E-mail:Telephone: 514-206-9802Closing Date: 22 August 2024 – 23:59 Atlantic TimeFor more information on career tools and other resources, check out*If you are currently a term or continuing employee at NRC, please apply through the SuccessFactors Careers module from your NRC computer.

Expected salary: $58445 – 80040 per year

Location: Ottawa, ON

Job date: Fri, 02 Aug 2024 22:20:12 GMT

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