Junior Project Coordinator; Rail

Project Coordinator - Vancouver (Permanent, Junior-Mid Level)

Construction - Major Transit Operations & Maintenance Facility

EWI are supporting a Tier 1 Contractor who are seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Project Coordinator to support a major Operations & Maintenance Facility expansion project for a regional transit authority in Vancouver. This is a permanent position suited to someone early in their construction career who is eager to develop within a fast‑paced, multidisciplinary environment.

You will work closely with project managers, engineers, site teams, and commercial staff to help deliver a large, complex civil and structural works package involving buildings, yard infrastructure, utilities, and support facilities for a growing transportation network.

Project Support & Coordination

• Assist project managers with day‑to‑day coordination, planning, and documentation.
• Track project progress, milestones, RFIs, submittals, and deliverables.
• Prepare meeting minutes, progress reports, and action logs.
• Maintain accurate project records, drawings, and documentation control.

Site & Construction Support

• Support site teams with coordination between trades, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Assist in ensuring work is completed according to design, quality requirements, and schedule.
• Help monitor site activities, safety compliance, and construction sequencing.

Commercial & Procurement Assistance

• Assist in preparing purchase orders, procurement schedules, and subcontract documentation.
• Coordinate material orders, deliveries, and supplier communications.
• Support cost tracking, quantity take‑offs, and change documentation.

Stakeholder & Interface Coordination

• Liaise with internal teams, designers, and external stakeholders to support smooth project delivery.
• Help coordinate technical information, drawing updates, and design queries between the office and site teams.

Required:

• 1-3 years of experience in construction, civil engineering, infrastructure, or a related field.
• Post‑secondary education in Construction Management, Civil Engineering Technology, or equivalent.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Good communication skills and confidence working with both site and office teams.
• Proficiency with MS Office; exposure to construction software (e.g., Bluebeam, Procore, Primavera, or similar) is an asset.

Nice to Have:

• Experience supporting civil, structural, building, or infrastructure projects.
• Interest in large‑scale public transit or transportation‑related construction.
• Familiarity with drawings, specifications, and construction documentation.

• The opportunity to grow within a reputable construction contractor involved in major public‑sector infrastructure.
• Exposure to a complex, multidisciplinary project with long‑term development potential.
• Supportive team environment with mentorship and training opportunities.

ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.