Mechanical Project Coordinator

• Compensation: CAD 60000 - CAD 68000 - yearly

American Iron & Metal (AIM) is a family-owned company and recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry with more than 125 sites and 4000 employees worldwide. We have continued to prosper for the last eight decades thanks to the dedication of our employees andthe ongoing trust and support of our customers.

Become part of team AIM, a growing team with an entrepreneurial spirit who has over the years evolved into a successful and multifaceted company with business divisions that include metal recycling, decommissioning and demolition, auto-parts sales and recycling, manufacturing ofsolder assemblies, construction waste recycling, and production of customized industrial andmining products.

We take pride in doing good things for the environment to help create a greener, more sustainable future for all.

It’s simple; we do it right. We AIM for excellence.

What we offer:

• Competitive wage of betweenat $60,000 to $68,000 per year
• Annual AIM tuition scholarship program up to $8,500 per eligible dependents
• Full time permanent position, vacation, benefits and a RRSP matching program
• The tools and support needed to be successful in your career and professional development
• A dynamic & rewarding work environment that is also a lot of fun!

The Mechanical Project Coordinator is an entry level position that supports the planning, coordination, execution, and closeout of mechanical and industrial projects under the guidance of the Engineering Manager.

What You Will Be Responsible For:

• Assist in gathering project requirements and preparing project initiation documents, project charters, and detailed scopes of work.
• Develop, maintain, and update project schedules using Microsoft Project (MS Project).
• Prepare construction cost estimates, budget forecasts, quantity take-offs, and project cost analyses for capital and maintenance projects.
• Prepare conceptual, preliminary, and detailed construction cost estimates; review contractor quotations; perform bid analysis; and provide recommendations to support project budgeting and procurement decisions.
• Prepare tender packages, bid requests, requests for quotation (RFQs), and scopes of work for mechanical and construction projects.
• Source, evaluate, and coordinate contractors, suppliers, consultants, and service providers.
• Coordinate procurement activities, including equipment and material purchasing, vendor quotations, bid evaluations, and contract administration.
• Conduct site visits, inspections, and progress reviews while providing regular project status updates to the Engineering Manager.
• Monitor project execution to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, environmental requirements, engineering standards, and company policies.
• Review contractor performance, identify project risks, and assist in resolving technical, operational, and scheduling issues.
• Support project budgeting, cost tracking, forecasting, change management, and project controls.
• Coordinate project meetings, maintain project documentation, and prepare weekly and monthly progress reports.
• Assist with equipment commissioning, startup activities, testing, and project closeout documentation.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders, operations personnel, and external consultants to ensure successful project delivery.
• Complete technical reviews of industrial equipment including reviewing schematics, electrical & hydraulic drawings
• Create technical equipment comparisons of different manufacturers and models, to highlight key differences
• Work with regulatory bodies to achieve approvals such as ESA, TSSA, etc.
• Assist with coordinating equipment PSRs in accordance with Section 7 of the Industrial Establishments Regulation
• Collect requirements from AIMs maintenance team and work with suppliers to ensure new equipment are designed for maintainability
• Create purchase orders & service requests using IBM Maximo
• Travel to AIM facilities and project sites across Canada and the United States, as required

Education & Experience

• Advanced Diploma or bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Industrial…