We are a family SME whose goal is to create qualified relationships that will allow us to surpass ourselves by delivering complex steel construction projects. What distinguishes us is a team who is innovative, dynamic and focused on solutions.

Lemire is an equal prospect employer and are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible workplace in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodation is available throughout the recruitment process. Candidates requiring accommodation may inform us during interview process and we will work with them to meet their needs.

As part of our recruitment process, we may use technology-based tools, including artificial intelligence, to support candidate screening and selection. All hiring decisions involve human review and oversight.

SUMMARY The Project Coordinator supports the project managers with planning, coordination and delivery of structural steel construction projects safely, on schedule, within budget and in accordance with contract requirements. The role focuses on project coordination, documentation, communication, and field support to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and in accordance with project requirements.

Employment type: This position is full-time/permanent

Location : Various jobsites across Ottawa

Must have reliable personal transportation, as this role requires travel to locations not always accessible by public transit

Compensation range: This position offers a competitive compensation structure that includes attractive compensation and benefits.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

- Group insurance (including medical, dental and vision)
- Benefits program
- Holiday program
- Supportive work environment
- Team building activities
- Annual party and social events (sugar shack, paintball, etc.)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Project Coordination

- Support project planning, scheduling, sequencing, and day-to-day coordination.
- Monitor project progress and communicate schedule changes, risks, and field conflicts.
- Coordinate material deliveries, installation requirements, and site activities.
- Support the Project Manager, Superintendent, and Foremen in maintaining productivity and project progress.
- Support departments with union employees onboarding and orientation.
- Coordinate communication between office staff, site teams, clients, general contractors, consultants, and suppliers.
- Compile project close-out documentation such as-built information, inspection reports, warranties and other required records. Track outstanding deficiencies and deliver a complete closeout package by the agreed deadline.
- Perform other duties as assigned

Financial Management

- Support project manager with project invoicing using information provided by Foremen.
- Track contract changes, additional work, and supporting timesheets.
- Identify and communicate potential cost impacts and changes to the Project Manager.
- Assist with tracking project costs and financial documentation.

Contract and Document Management

- Maintain current drawings, revisions, specifications, permits, engineered documents, and site procedures.
- Maintain accurate project records and correspondence.




- Assist with project submissions and required documentation.
- Organize and maintain multiple project files in electronic format.
- Track drawing revisions, site instructions, reports, and other project documentation.

Health & Safety

- Support compliance with Lemire Inc. health and safety policies and project-specific requirements.
- Identify and communicate site conditions or project issues that may impact worker safety.

Quality Control

- Support compliance with project specifications, drawings, and installation requirements.
- Identify and communicate quality concerns and assist with resolution of field issues.

Communication & Collaboration

- Coordinate communication between office staff, site teams, clients, general contractors, consultants, and suppliers.
- Work with clients, general contractors, consultants, engineers, and architects to support project execution.
- Escalate significant safety, schedule, cost, quality, or contractual issues to the Project Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Diploma or degree in construction management, civil engineering, structural engineering or a related field.
- Minimum of three years (3+) of construction project coordination experience.
- Experience with structural steel erection, miscellaneous metals or heavy commercial construction is strongly preferred.
- Robust understanding of construction drawings, specifications, contracts and project schedules.
- Knowledge of structural steel erection methods, welding, cranes and construction sequencing.
- Familiarity with Ontario construction legislation and health and safety requirements.
- Experience with project budgets, forecasts, billings and change orders.
- Bilingual in French and English with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally across teams and suppliers in both written and verbal formats.
- Current WHMIS certification with a solid understanding of workplace hazardous materials handling.
- Ability to obtain and maintain required site access credentials or security clearance for construction projects (as a condition of employment).

SKILLS

- Proficiency with G Suite, Microsoft Office and construction project-management software, including Trimble Connect, ProjectSight, Traqspera, Salus Pro and Bluebeam.
- Strong technical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot general computer, software and hardware issues to support daily project operations.
- Strong organizational, time-management and problem-solving skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple tasks, deadlines and project requirements.
- Self-directed and accountable, with a strong sense of ownership over assigned responsibilities and follow-up activities.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Detail-oriented ability to manage and organize drawings, specifications, submissions, correspondence,



reports and other project documentation accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong follow-up skills, with the ability to track outstanding items, orders, deliveries, submissions, approvals and required documentation.
- Basic financial and commercial awareness, with the ability to support invoicing, change orders, timesheets, cost tracking and other project financial processes.
- Ability to prioritize and manage several project activities simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining accuracy.
- Ability to work collaboratively with both office and field teams and provide effective administrative and coordination support to project leadership.
- Maintains professionalism, patience and composure when handling challenging situations, competing priorities and changing project requirements.
- Upholds strict confidentiality standards and demonstrates awareness of diversity, equity and inclusion in all interactions.

WORKING CONDITIONS

- Work is performed in both office and active construction-site environments.
- Regular travel to project sites and meetings is required.
- Occasional extended hours may be necessary to meet project demands.
- Required personal protective equipment must be worn while visiting construction sites.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

- Projects completed safely and in compliance with requirements.
- Support the project schedule: Maintain lookahead schedules with the Project Manager and Foreman. Identify upcoming requirements and flag delays early, with proposed solutions.
- Maintain accurate project documents: Keep drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals and site instructions organized and current. Distribute electronic or physical revisions promptly so crews work from the correct information.
- Resolve technical questions promptly: Review drawings for missing information or conflicts, prepare clear RFIs and track responses. Obtain direction from the appropriate person before affected work proceeds.
- Coordinate steel deliveries: Confirm delivery dates, erection sequence, site access and unloading arrangements. Follow up on missing steel, bolts and materials before they interrupt work.
- Communicate clearly and follow through: Provide timely updates to the Project Manager, Foreman, General Contractor and Suppliers. Record meeting decisions, assign action items and follow up until they are resolved.
- Coordinate quality requirements: Arrange required inspections and track welding, bolting, deficiencies and corrective work. Maintain inspection records and obtain required sign-offs before work is covered or handed over.
- Track costs and productivity accurately: Keep labour hours, installed quantities, equipment costs and purchase records current. Highlight budget variances and productivity concerns to the Project Manager.

Job Type: Full-time Pay: $33.00-$40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits

- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Vision care

Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:
- relevant : 3 years (required)

Language:
- French & English (required)

Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Project Coordinator (Ottawa)
🏢 Lemire
📍 Ottawa