Under the direction of the Director, Facilities Planning and Management, the Construction Coordinator will provide construction coordination and inspection support services for Facilities Planning & Management Project Officers related to the implementation of facilities-related projects and capital projects. The incumbent will also perform other related duties.
Requirements
• Successful completion of a 3-year diploma in architectural technology or an acceptable combination of education, experience and training;
• 2 years experience in construction inspection or the implementation of capital project construction work, preferably in a museum-type environment;
• Knowledge of architectural and engineering design, building systems, commissioning processes and procedures, and an ability to read and interpret plans, specifications and contract documents for inspection purposes;
• In-depth knowledge of the Canadian Labour Code and its regulations, and national and provincial building codes, fire and electrical safety codes and other regulations pertaining to building operations and construction;
• Knowledge of construction safety, WHMIS, Confined spaces, and lift equipment and fall arrest;
• Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, powerpoint, MS Project)
• Experience preparing reports, inspection reports, deficiency lists;
• Experience supervising the work of external service providers;
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communications skills;
• Excellent customer service skills;
• Ability to establish priorities, manage multiple tasks, and work well under pressure;
• Ability to sit/walk/stand for long periods, climb ladders, lift and move objects/materials up to 20kg, as well to move two and three person lifts for investigations and inspections;
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Must meet the bilingual requirement to be invited to the interview process.
