Design & Project Coordinator

We're searching for a Design & Project Coordinator (Remote).Are you searching for new possibilities?

The Westland story is all about growth, and that means plenty of possibility for everyone on our team. Every day, Westland proves that building a great business means taking care of clients, communities, and each other with equal commitment. As we continue to open new doors, we're inviting amazing people like you to join us.

Discover what's possible, with Westland.

As a Design & Project Coordinator you will be responsible for supporting the construction and project requirements needed for various renovations and new locations. You will work with stakeholders to gather requirements to then create design drawings, a scope of work and schedule, tendering to trades and suppliers before providing a budget for management approval. You will then finalize agreements and manage the projects through to completion with leadership support as we continue to grow the Westland branch network from coast to coast.This position is fully remote and is open to applicants residing anywhere in Canada.

Westland is committed to continuous learning where employees can grow their potential and write the stories of their careers. Financial assistance is available for approved work-related training/development courses leading to certification, and programs that offer professional development, including seminars and conferences.

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Why you'll love Westland:

• An open, flexible and welcoming workplace
• Plenty of opportunities to grow and learn
• Autonomy to drive your own success
• Be part of our inclusive culture, alongside an extraordinarily talented community of people with a wide variety of backgrounds
• A total rewards program that takes care of your financial, physical, and mental health
• Flexible paid Values Days to celebrate days important to you
• Paid Volunteer Days for employees as part of Amplifying Communities, a program to support causes that matter most to our employees and clients
  

Why we'll love You:

• You are proficient with AutoCAD, Adobe Suite (Illustrator, Acrobat) and MS Office Suite
• You have a good understanding of construction terminology and application
• You have prior experience with space planning and developing/adjusting floor plans/office layouts
• You have excellent organizational skills and are able to prioritize and support multiple projects at once
• You have an understanding of construction budgets & schedules
• You are experienced with Landlord and Municipal approvals to obtain required construction permits
• You are able to work & liaise with multiple teams & departments, both internal and external
• You possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
• You have a Post-Secondary degree/diploma or certification in Design or Construction Management or similar

Once here, you'll:

• Coordinate with Lease administrator to confirm landlord and tenant responsibilities.
• Create design drawings including interior plans (furniture, signage, electrical, finishes, etc.) and elevations to meet corporate standards and local code requirements.
• Coordinate and review construction drawings (architectural, furniture, mechanical and electrical), signage drawings and millwork shop drawings.
• Develop detailed scope of work and budget for approval.
• Obtain or coordinate required landlord and municipal approvals.
• Tender & award to General Contractor or subtrades.
• Ensure execution of construction schedule and liaise with our staff and contractors as needed.
• Coordinate the project through to completion.
• Electronically catalogue all related construction documents and specifications.

Want to get to know each other better? Send your resume our way.

You belong here
We strive to be much more than a great place to work. Here, you join a collective of incredibly vibrant, purpose driven, and open-minded people. Every day, Westland proves that building a great business means taking care of communities, clients, and each other with equal commitment. You will be supported and respected for who you are and for the voice you add to the conversation.

At Westland, you will feel the power of community. Westland Insurance Ltd. is an inclusive organization that values diversity in its workforce. We listen, champion equity and diversity, and create safe welcoming spaces where everyone has a voice and is free to be themselves. Westland Insurance Ltd. encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will accommodate applicants' disability-related needs, up to the point of undue hardship, throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.

If you require a disability-related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the recruitment team by email at careers@westlandinsurance.ca