Housing Project Coordinator

Play a vital role in building homes and futures for our Úxwumixw (community). As Housing Project Coordinator, you'll help bring Squamish Nation members' housing dreams to life while honoring our values of wenáxws (respect) and intergenerational stewardship of our lands.

What You’ll Do

• Create and monitor budgets for housing projects, ensuring proper financial tracking and compliance
• Process purchase orders, invoices, and financial reconciliations with accuracy
• Serve as primary contact between members, contractors, and financial institutions during home builds
• Coordinate material selections and scheduling with members and contractors
• Maintain detailed project records and prepare monthly progress reports
• Liaise between Planning & Capital Projects, Hiyam Housing, and BMO on home loan programs
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and recommend solutions
• Provide exceptional customer service to Nation members throughout the building process

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years experience in project coordination, preferably in construction or housing
• Strong financial management skills with budgeting experience
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities
• Knowledge of construction processes and terminology
• Ability to explain financial concepts clearly to diverse audiences
• Experience working with Indigenous communities and protocols
• Cultural humility and respect for Sḵwx̱wú7mesh values, sovereignty, and self-determination.

Why Work With Us

• Impactful Work – Be part of a team dedicated to serving the community through Na estétx̱ w sḵwálwen cht (Trust), Na estitkw sḵwálwen cht (Security), Na esḵw’úḵw’ulh sḵwálwen cht (Purpose) and Na eslhílhkw’is sḵwálwen cht (Belonging)
• Professional Growth – We invest in our people with training, mentorship, and career development
• Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw Values – Be part of an organization that values Úxwumixw (community/peoples), snew̓íyelh (guiding through teachings), wenáxws (respect) and inclusivity.

As a dynamic community organization, we understand the importance of employing enthusiastic and talented people to work together. We know that our future strength and growth is very much dependent on our key resources – our people. With a variety of programs and services, we offer career paths that fit many areas of expertise, backgrounds, and interests. Along with competitive compensation and benefits, we foster an environment that values diversity through the respect and appreciation of each person for their individual attributes.

Salary: $ 54,000 - $ 75,500

Candidates are typically offered compensation between the beginning to the midpoint of the range. We are committed to providing a fair and equitable package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization.

Benefits: We offer extended medical and dental, pension matching, supplementary savings, and a professional development budget.

Join us in building a future rooted in culture, values, and community strength. Your work matters here. #Workwithpurpose

*Please note selected candidates will be required to complete background checks. If you have concerns regarding any incidents that will be reported on your Criminal Record Check, please let us know in advance to ensure we can work together on a plan that works for the nation and you as the applicant*