Project Coordinator

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Holcim is planning to spin-off its North American Business to unleash its full potential, capitalizing on North America’s oversized growth in construction led by the modernization of infrastructure, a surge in advanced manufacturing and AI operation and the growth of resilient cities.

Holcim plans to list the new company on the NYSE by the end of the first half of 2025 and establish its operations headquarters in the US to be fully dedicated to serving the North American market and pursue a growth strategy across the region.

The newly listed company will become North America’s leading building solutions company, with industry-leading market position to meet its customers’ greatest ambitions with the most advanced building solutions from foundation to rooftop.

ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Project Coordinator, you will support the project management team and coordinate road construction activities across various residential and commercial projects in Edmonton and surrounding areas. You may oversee entire project scopes or coordinate smaller projects based on project requirements and direction from the Project Manager. This role provides an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in road construction while contributing to the successful execution of key projects

WHAT YOU’LL ACCOMPLISH

Contribute to the bid process by aiding in proposal writing, information gathering, and assisting with estimating tasks.

Support the estimating team with quantity takeoffs and assist in preparing accurate, competitive cost estimates, schedules, and quantity verifications.

Lead project kick-off activities, including preplanning, schedule submissions, safety plans, eco plans, and quality plans.

Ensure a full understanding of project scope and production schedules, driving efficient project execution.

Coordinate with customers, manage site meetings, resolve disputes, and handle invoicing, collections, and project scheduling.

Collaborate effectively with the project team, overseeing junior coordinators and supporting project staff, as well as working with supervisors and crews to meet project objectives.

Conduct job site verifications, including surveys and plan take-offs, to ensure accuracy.

Ensure project close-out tasks are completed, including documentation handovers and post-construction inspections.

Provide a comprehensive project close-out review to management at the conclusion of each season or project.

Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving, and adhering to health, safety, and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Education: Diploma or Degree
Additional Education Preferred: C.E.T designation
Field of Study Preferred: Civil Engineering
Required Work Experience: Minimum of 2-5 years of project coordination and field supervisory experience with Estimating experience.

Required Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project, Bluebeam, and Bid2Win estimating software. Strong knowledge of road construction, including paving, sub-grade, gravel base course, concrete construction, and related subcontractor operations.

Travel Requirements: Frequent travel between job sites within the City of Edmonton and surrounding areas

Additional Requirements:

Monitor project costs and financial reports, providing valuable feedback to the operations and estimating teams.

Act as the direct liaison with clients, consultants, and owners to ensure customer satisfaction and successful project delivery.

Work with the accounting team to meet cash collection and financial targets.

Assist in preparing monthly progress invoices, reviewing accruals, and approving supplier and subcontractor invoices.

For smaller projects, ensure project plans, coding, and locates are distributed to supervisors and crews in a timely manner.

Lead all safety and environmental aspects on projects, ensuring compliance with OH&S and environmental regulations. Promote Lafarge’s safety culture.

Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Holcim approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

WHAT WE OFFER

Flexible Health & Dental benefits coverage for you and your dependants

A generous Pension Plan designed to support you through various stages of your career and life

Access to voluntary programs like RRSP and TFSA for future financial planning

Healthy Living support through an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), offering confidential assistance for work, health, or life challenges

Easy access to mental health and well-being support

Service recognition awards to celebrate your contributions

Perks & discounts on a variety of products and services

Access to online learning platforms, financial educational assistance, and a culture that fosters career growth and opportunities

Financial support for new parents beyond statutory benefits

An inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone can be themselves

A collaborative work culture in a supportive and team-oriented work environment

Company-provided personal protective equipment ensuring your safety and comfort on the job where applicable

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, will be required.

YOUR LAFARGE EXPERIENCE
At Lafarge, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.