Project Coordinator
Regular, Full-Time
About Us
Sechelt is a vibrant seaside community of ~10,000 residents, located between the Strait of Georgia and the Sechelt Inlet on the traditional and unceded territory of the shíshálh Nation. Known for stunning beaches, trails, and year-round festivals, Sechelt offers a relaxed west coast lifestyle just 40 minutes from Vancouver via ferry.
The Opportunity
The Project Coordinator plays a pivotal role in planning, executing, and delivering capital and infrastructure projects within the District of Sechelt. This role ensures projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget, while maintaining compliance with municipal policies and regulatory requirements.
Under the general supervision of the Manager of Capital Projects, the Project Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and monitoring project timelines, deliverables and budgets while liaising with internal and external contacts to ensure project alignment. Additional duties include supporting procurement processes, assisting in community and interest-holder engagement, tracking and reporting project data, project field inspections, contract administration and ensuring compliance with safety, environmental and archaeological protocols.
Role Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Valid BC class five driver’s license (or interprovincial equivalent) with clean drivers abstract
- Diploma in Architectural and Building Technology, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field from an accredited technical school
- Three or more years of experience in a similar role, while responsible for preparing and reviewing drawings, cost estimates, specifications, and managing or coordinating construction projects. An acceptable combination of training and experience will be considered.
- Demonstrated organizational and time management skills with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities.
- Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
- Demonstrated attention to detail required to accurately prepare cost estimates and project schedules.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to communicate effectively and tactfully while maintaining cooperative working relationships
- Proven experience in technical report writing, including the ability to present complex information clearly, accurately, and professionally to diverse audiences.
- Ability to effectively organize, lead and execute meetings with interest holders.
- Thorough knowledge of the construction principles, methods, sequence, practices, materials, and costs applicable to the work performed.
- Working knowledge of occupational safety regulations, policies, practices and procedures and the ability to work safely on construction sites while following District of Sechelt policies.
- Ability to read, analyze, assess, and interpret technical drawings, specifications, contracts, and other construction design documents.
- Ability to exercise sound judgement and decision-making in complex project environments
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft 365 applications (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint is preferred), and strong overall computer aptitude, including the ability to quickly learn new software and digital tools.
- Education in project management methodologies, preferably consistent with those provided by Project Management Institute (PMI) or other.
- Experience with computer aided design, such as Civil3D, or AutoCAD
This is a regular, full-time unionized role within the BCGEU. Hours of work are 35 hours per week, Monday through Friday. The wage for this role is Grid 9, $35.95 - $39.94 per hour, plus an attractive extended benefits and pension package, and three weeks’ vacation to start. If you are currently employed in public service, we will match your current vacation entitlement!
Applications
Qualified applicants are invited to apply online at www.sechelt.ca/careers to the attention of Julia Wood, HR Advisor.
This competition will close at 4:30pm on Thursday, September 4, 2025.
Accommodations
The District of Sechelt is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace. Applicants who require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process are encouraged to notify us. Accommodations will be provided in accordance with the BC Human Rights Code.
The District supports employment equity in accordance with the Human Rights Code of B.C.
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