Project Coordinator, Water Treatment

About Us

GFL Water Solutions Group provides water treatment solutions for the Canadian construction, remediation and industrial sectors. Our services include site wide management of water on construction sites, treatment of wastewater from contaminated sites and solutions for industrial wastewater and sludges. If you are someone who likes to solve real world “Boots on the ground” problems, in a dynamic ever-changing environment, we would like to hear from you.

Position Summary

The Project Coordinator is responsible for assisting Project Managers in all aspects of GFL’s water solution service offerings. The role includes field work and supporting GFL Technicians in the hands-on operation of GFL water treatment systems. This position supports field based operations, not a single facility.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to, cost estimating, proposal preparation, initiating projects, health and safety performance, monitoring and controlling project execution, documentation and communications.

The position is for the office located in Surrey BC, although periodical travel to projects would be expected.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Safety 

• Assist in the development of project health and safety plans and execution of safe work practices in the GFL Water Solutions Operations facility and project sites

Estimating and Bidding

• Assist in the preparation of estimates of varying complexity.
• Assist the Project Manager in bid review meetings with stakeholders and manage action items within required timelines.

Project Planning, Scheduling and Procurement

• Assist the Project Manager in planning and project execution activities.
• Work with project teams to create and update project schedules.

Project Execution

• Assist in project execution from start to finish according to schedule, specifications and budget.
• Support project operations with ability to perform hands-on water treatment system operation and troubleshooting.
• Take part in project kick-off meetings where possible, and follow up with regular site visits
• Work with Superintendent and Technicians to ensure project tasks are completed on time and to applicable standards.

People Management, Interpersonal Skills

• Work with other members of the project team.
• Promptly respond to requests, questions or concerns from clients or colleagues and work collaboratively to resolve.
• Be a strong team player who contributes proactively and provides leadership.
• Demonstrates self-confidence and interpersonal flexibility, initiative, perseverance, and integrity.
• Possess the ability to lead and manage small to large size project groups.
• Effective communicator
• Ability to develop, nurture and maintain strong relationships with GFL Water Solutions clients and within the organization.
• Strong time management skills and ability to be work effectively under pressure, meet demanding deadlines and manage changing priorities.

Qualifications

• College diploma or university degree.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License.
• Previous experience on construction sites and/or industrial facilities is an asset.

GFL Benefits

• Competitive wages.
• Industry leading health and dental benefits coverage which is paid by GFL.
• RRSP Matching.
• A work environment that encourages professional growth and development.

This is a safety sensitive position. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of required pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.