Project Coordinator Intern (Summer 2024)

Exciting Opportunity for a Project Coordinator Intern (Summer 2024)

• Are you a student from Exeter, London, Kitchener and surrounding areas?
• Are you passionate about construction and project management?
• Are you motivated to take initiative, learn, and act with agility to support an expanding team while gaining invaluable experience?

Northern Industrial Construction (NIC) is looking for a Project Coordinator Intern at our Exetor Office. Join NIC and embark on a journey that will challenge your skills and reward your adventurous spirit.

Duration: May-August, 2024

Overview:

At NIC we're not just building structures; we're crafting experiences in some of Canada's most remote NWT and Nunavut communities. Our teams possess an adventurous spirit, eager to discover the breathtaking beauty of the Arctic while constructing residential, commercial, and institutional projects.

Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Project Manager, the Project Coordinator Intern is assisting with all aspects of the project management.

• Assist in the coordination of suppliers, sub-contractors, and the purchasing department to purchase goods and services on-site following the defined corporate procedures and policies.
• Follow up to ensure proper delivery of goods and services.
• Prepare job status reports, expense reports, and necessary documentation for senior management reporting.
• Help organize the mobilization and demobilization of site offices, furnishing, utilities, communications, etc.
• Assist in project schedule tracking and maintenance.
• Maintain labour monitoring and tracking system.
• Prepare, track, control, and distribute all contract documents and drawings.
• Assist in the timely pricing and processing of CRX changes / Change Orders including distribution of information to the Project Team.
• Provide administrative support to the Trade Superintendents in procuring and tracking tools and equipment, aligning with project requirements and Equipment Department policies and procedures.
• Coordinate housing and travel arrangements for the workforce.
• Assist in project kick-off requirements and documentation, and project closeout, including creating an in-house detailed deficiency/incomplete work list as needed.
• Assist with administrative tasks as needed.
• Gain valuable field experience for career development by supporting trade superintendents and project management in the project field.

Requirements:

• Enrolled and attending a degree or diploma program in engineering, project management, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of construction tasks and sequencing.
• Ability to read and interpret construction contracts, drawings, and specifications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective team player with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• High level of initiative and keen interest in problem-solving.
• Proficient in Microsoft software such as Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Knowledge or experience with CPM and Planning Aid is an asset.
• A valid driver's license with 3 years of driving experience and a clean abstract is an asset.

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM, with a 30-minute lunch break.

Job Types: Full-time, Internship / Co-op
Contract length: 4 months

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

• When would you be available to start?
• Are you able to complete a full May - August term? If not, please indicate your availability.

Licence/Certification:

• Class G driver's license and reliable commute to Exeter, ON (preferred)

Work Location: In person