Junior Assistant Project Manager / Project Coordinator
J. Floris Construction Ltd.
Location: Fraser Valley, BC
Position: Full-Time
Salary: $55,000 - $60,000 per year, depending on experience
About J. Floris Construction
J. Floris Construction is an established General Contractor serving the Fraser Valley and Lower Mainland. For over 30 years, we have built our reputation on quality construction, strong relationships, practical problem-solving, and a commitment to delivering successful Residential, Commercial and Institutional projects for our clients.
As we continue to grow, we are looking for a motivated Junior Assistant Project Manager / Project Coordinator who wants to build a long-term career in construction management.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their construction career who wants hands-on exposure to the full project management process and the opportunity to progress toward becoming a Project Manager.
The Opportunity
Working alongside our Project Managers, Site Superintendents, Estimating team, consultants, and subcontractors you will assist with the day-to-day coordination and administration of construction projects from pre-construction through completion.
This is intended to be a developmental position. We are looking for someone who is organized, dependable, willing to learn, and interested in taking on increasing responsibility as their experience grows.
You won't just be processing paperwork - you'll be learning how projects are planned, tendered, coordinated, constructed, and successfully turned over.
Key Responsibilities
The Junior Assistant Project Manager will assist with:
- Reviewing construction drawings, specifications, and project documentation
- Preparing and tracking and properly distributing project RFI’s, SI’s, and change orders.
- Preparing, submitting, and tracking shop drawings and submittals
- Preparing scopes of work and assisting with subcontractor tender processes (from tender invites to tender bid comparisons)
- Issuing and preparing letters of award and purchase orders after the tender process to successful subcontractors
- Maintaining project logs and all general construction document control.
- Preparing meeting agendas and meeting minutes when required
- Assisting with project schedules and tracking important milestones
- Coordinating information and communication between consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and the Site Superintendents.
- Working closely with Site Superintendents to assist with coordination issues
- Printing and distribution of drawings and construction related documentation. (physical and digital).
- Tracking building permit status’ and have general knowledge of this process
- Tracking deficiencies and assisting with project closeout
- Collecting O&M manuals, warranties, as-built information, consultant schedules and turnover documentation
- Supporting Project Managers and Site Superintendents with general project administration and coordination
As experience develops, the successful candidate will be given responsibility for managing individual scopes of work, subcontractors, change orders, and eventually smaller projects.
Who We're Looking For
Our ideal candidate has:
- 0–3 years of experience in construction, project coordination, estimating, engineering, or a related field
- A diploma or degree in Construction Management, Building Technology, Engineering, Architectural Technology, or a related discipline is an asset
- Previous experience working for a General Contractor is an asset but not required
- A basic understanding of construction drawings and specifications
- Strong computer skills, particularly Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, & MS Project.
- Experience and proficiency with various AI platforms.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Good organizational and time-management skills
- Attention to detail and a willingness to follow through on commitments
- The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment
- A practical, solutions-oriented mindset
- A valid BC driver's license and ability to visit project sites
- We are willing to hire new grad from a post-secondary school.
- Most importantly, we're looking for someone with initiative, curiosity, accountability, and a genuine interest in learning how to manage construction projects.
What We Offer
- Starting salary of approximately $55,000–$60,000, depending on experience
- Health and dental benefits
- Paid vacation
- Mileage reimbursement
- Performance and salary reviews
- Exposure to a variety of construction projects throughout the Fraser Valley and Lower Mainland
- Direct mentorship from experienced Project Managers, Estimators, Superintendents, and company leadership
- Opportunity to gain experience in both estimating and project management
- Increasing responsibility based on demonstrated ability
- A defined career path toward becoming a Project Manager
- A stable, team-oriented working environment with an established Fraser Valley General Contractor
Career Development
We are looking for someone who wants to grow with the company.
Progression is based on ability, attitude, effort, performance, project experience, and increasing responsibility rather than simply years of service.
Our goal is to develop the successful candidate into someone who can independently manage subcontractors, project costs, schedules, consultants, changes, client relationships, and ultimately their own construction projects.
If you're looking for an opportunity where you can learn the construction business, take on meaningful responsibility, and develop into a Project Manager, we'd like to hear from you.
J. Floris Construction Ltd.
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