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Highlights of the job

We are hiring a full-time, temporary Wastewater Collection Projects Coordinator, working out of Edmonton, AB

As the Projects Coordinator, you play a key role in supporting Project Managers across a range of projects—from kickoff to completion—by applying solid engineering and project management practices, strong leadership, and interpersonal skills. This includes sourcing internal and external resources, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of project plans, coordinating with stakeholders, reviewing deliverables, estimating costs, managing budgets, overseeing safety, and scheduling design and construction activities. Projects typically span up to 12 months, and at times, you may independently lead smaller-scale drainage projects or programs.

We welcome applications from both internal and external candidates. EPCOR employees are encouraged to apply using their '@epcor.com' email address to ensure proper consideration of internal seniority.

What you’d be responsible for

• Providing input on drainage plans, understanding EUI strategies, and maintaining effective cross-team relationships.
• Developing and implementing short-term deliverables aligned with project management plans.
• Supporting budget planning for engineering design and construction of drainage projects.
• Monitoring and reporting performance metrics and assisting with timely adjustments.
• Preparing project documentation including plans, agendas, minutes, procurement materials, logs, approvals, and close-out reports.
• Maintaining schedules, cash flow forecasts, and accruals
• Ensuring compliance with policies, standards, and regulations while mitigating risks
• Coordinating internal and external teams and stakeholder meetings.
• Communicating project updates and preparing reports for stakeholders.
• Assisting with project delivery to meet scope, schedule, and budget targets.
• Performing procurement tasks including preparing RFPs, tenders, evaluating bids, and recommending awards.
• Executing project activities, administering contracts, reviewing invoices, coordinating inputs, and tracking deliverables.
• Recommending invoices for payment from consultants and contractors within approved and executed contracts, per CESAP authorities.
• Applying technical knowledge to analyze and propose solutions for project issues and manage risks.
• Providing recommendations for acquiring consultants and contractors that meet project needs and deliver maximum value.
• Managing change by preparing documentation and supporting control processes.
• Conducting site visits and safety audits to ensure safety integration; immediately stopping any work deemed unsafe.
• Demonstrating a disciplined, accountable, innovative, and results-driven work ethic.
• Managing small or low-complexity projects independently when required.

What’s required to be successful

Qualifications, experience and behaviours you possess are:

• Completion of a two-year Diploma in Engineering Technology, Business Administration (or a related field) from a recognized post-secondary educational institute.
  • Engineering Technology Diploma (Civil Engineering) is preferred.
  • Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) designation with ASET is an asset.
• 4+ years of project management experience in design and construction of drainage, municipal or civil infrastructure.
• Knowledge of project management processes, procedures and permitting requirements
• Knowledge and experience in project management, negotiation and delivery process at all project phases from initiation to close-out.
• Technical knowledge of drainage engineering design and construction.
• Ability to analyze technical information and make timely, well-rationalized decisions.
• Ability to conduct cost estimating and cost-benefit analysis, lead groups of people (internal and external), and prepare accurate monthly reports showing all aspects of the project.
• Ability to learn and use software and technology as required, to effectively deliver projects and complete necessary reporting.
• Ability to manage multiple and sometimes competing priorities to deliver excellent value to a number of stakeholders.
• You must complete training as required for this position.

As the ideal candidate, you demonstrate a strong safety focus, you lead by example to set clear expectations for health and safety across projects. You bring excellent planning, communication, and organizational skills to manage delivery, budgets, and resources effectively staying on top of progress and addressing issues promptly. With sharp time management and prioritization abilities, you consistently meet deadlines and deliverables. You actively seek opportunities to grow in both technical and project management areas, staying current with advancements in drainage engineering, construction practices, and related technologies.

Other important facts about this job

Jurisdiction: CSU52

Class: T2

Hours of work:40 hours per week

Wage: Starting at $47.18 per hour 

• Final Wage and Step will be determined at the time of selection and based on a combination of factors as outlined in the Collective Agreement.

To ensure your application is recognized as internal, please apply using your EPCOR email address.

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Please note the following information:

• A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age, successfully attained a high school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education) and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)
• If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.
• A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.
• To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.
• Prior infractions for unsafe driving behaviours will be evaluated and considered for non-selection regardless of current demerits on file.
• Successful applicants must provide their own vehicles with appropriate insurance in accordance with EPCOR’s Employee Mileage Reimbursement Policy. You will be reimbursed in accordance with EPCOR’s Employee Mileage Reimbursement Policy.