Project Coordinator – Energy (Research Associate)

At the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT), the Projects and Continuous Improvement Office is on a mission to deliver the right projects at the right time to advance strategic goals. Join a collaborative team that leads exciting initiatives and drives meaningful change across the institution.

The Opportunity

Job classification: P2043 – Project Coordinator

Salary range: $65,000 – $70,000 (placement within the range is typically based upon a review of skills, experience, and internal equity).

Hours per week: 37.5

Paid leave: 4 Weeks Vacation / 14 Flex Days per year

Position End Date: May 31, 2027

Responsibilities

- Project management and project coordination, including managing industry partners, clients, and vendors, assigning tasks to Research Assistants, students, and other team members
- Data analysis, technical support, and onsite work including installation and construction oversight as needed
- Support in project initiation tasks – scopes of work, budget and scheduling
- Develop and run material tests and analyses, familiarity with testing equipment
- Manage project budgets, professional services providers (contractors and consultants), procurement, and documentation
- Organize and maintain project schedules and ensure assigned deadlines are met for managed work
- Report progress updates verbally and in written form to management, as needed
- Complete necessary administrative tasks (timesheets, workplans, expenses)
- Demonstrate commitment to client’s needs and confidentiality
- Support and write content for federal and provincial grant fund applications, funding/technical reports, industry letters of support,



award nominations, and grant reporting metrics
- Provide quality review regarding proofreading, formatting and consistency of reports
- Participate in seminars, workshops, conferences, and present project information as needed
- Network and engage activities including supporting tours of the GBT facility, presentations and associated preparation, and working with Indigenous communities

Qualifications

- Diploma or degree from a recognized university or technical institute in engineering or a related field
- 3–5 years of experience with building science principles, building energy systems, and interpreting technical documentation such as construction drawing packages and construction practices
- Preferred experience in data analysis, technical writing, material testing and analysis, building energy modelling, or building energy assessments
- Preferred registration or certification such as Certified Energy Manager, Engineer‑in‑Training, or Certified Engineering Technologist
- Supervisory experience is preferred

Skills

- Friendly, approachable personality with solid team fit
- Enthusiastic about the research goals and objectives of ARIS
- Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to engage positively with diverse personalities




- Ability to plan and coordinate informational programs and collaborate effectively with others
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to align objectives to tasks, milestones, and metrics
- Familiarity with project management procedures, construction industry processes, and administrative documentation
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Benefits

Generous time off to pursue other passions and support your wellbeing.

SAIT paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision benefits so you, and your family, are well supported.

Benefits supporting mental health and access to Greenshield + for virtual therapy at a reduced rate.

Access to a Health Spending or Taxable Spending Account.

Professional development opportunities through the Free Seat Program, tuition support, access to LinkedIn Learning and discounted Continuing Education & Professional Studies courses.

Defined Benefit pension through LAPP to help you retire with confidence.

Excellent dining options on campus.

Free access to our fitness facilities and group fitness classes.

And the perks keep on coming!

About SAIT

At SAIT, we’re building bold futures. We’re a community of tenacious problem‑solvers, inventive thinkers, and passionate collaborators who believe in doing work that matters.

Named one of Alberta’s Top Employers, we’re driven by a desire to create an impact in our community.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We encourage applications from women, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, people with gender and sexually diverse communities, and/or people with intersectional identities. Learn more about Community and Belonging at SAIT.

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📌 Research Associate - Energy (Calgary)
🏢 sait.ca
📍 Calgary