Project Coordinator, Lean Construction - Corporate

Bird ConstructionEdmonton, AlbertaOn-siteFull-timeStaff, 8–12 yearsListed 17 hours ago

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About this role

Project Coordinator, Lean Construction - Corporate

Reporting into the Collaborative Contracting Center of Excellence, the Project Coordinator, Lean Construction - Corporate provides analytical, administrative, logistical, and project coordination support to the Collaborative Delivery team. Working closely with Collaborative Delivery Specialists and project teams, this role helps ensure workshops, planning sessions, training initiatives, and project support activities are delivered efficiently and consistently across the organization.

The Coordinator plays a key role in organizing resources, coordinating communications, maintaining tools and documentation, and supporting the successful execution of collaborative delivery and Lean construction initiative supporting projects and pursuits. The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, relationship-building abilities, and a commitment to providing exceptional internal client service. Occasional travel to project sites and other offices may be required.

This role provides an opportunity to develop facilitation, Lean Construction, and collaborative delivery skills while supporting some of Bird's most innovative projects and pursuits.

What You Will Be Working On

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Responsibilities

Project Coordination & Facilitation Support

- Coordinate and support collaborative delivery workshops, pull-planning sessions, Big Room meetings, project kick-offs, and lessons learned activities.
- Manage workshop, training and information sessions logistics and documentation.
- Track project commitments, action items, and key deliverables while building positive relationships across multi-company project teams.

Lean Construction & Continuous Improvement

- Support the implementation of Lean Construction and Collaborative Delivery practices by assisting with performance tracking, lessons learned, continuous improvement initiatives, Pull Planning and the sharing of best practices.

Reporting, Resources & Knowledge Management

- Maintain collaborative delivery tools, templates, training materials, and project resources while supporting the development of reports, dashboards, presentations, and other project and training documentation.

Training & Capability Development

- Coordinate onboarding, training, and knowledge-sharing activities that support Collaborative Delivery capabilities across Bird.
- Develop facilitation, collaborative leadership, and Lean Construction skills by working with Collaborative Delivery and Lean Specialists and through participation in project workshops, planning sessions, mentorship, and hands-on learning opportunities.

What We Are Looking For

- Strong organizational and coordination skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Thrive in a dynamic work environment, anticipating needs, anticipating needs and manage details effectively
- Excellent interpersonal communication and relationship-building abilities.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and pivot between multiple initiative
- Demonstrated curiosity and interest in Lean Construction, collaborative delivery models, and continuous improvement.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint as well as other collaboration tools

It would be an asset if the candidate had the following experience:

- Undergraduate degree, diploma, or equivalent experience in construction, engineering, project management, business, or a related discipline.
- 2-5 years of coordination, construction, operational improvement, or facilitation experience.
- Familiarity with project controls, scheduling, planning, or performance reporting.
- Have a genuine interest in collaborative delivery and a desire to grow their facilitation capabilities.

What We Are Looking For

For Those Who Seek to Redefine

The greatest achievements in history are borne from the greatness within people – where human potential meets vision, and passion fuels evolution. Unlocking this potential is the most important thing we do at Bird.

As a leader in Canadian construction for over 100 years, the impact of our team is etched deeply within the core of our legacy. Beyond Bird, this impact is felt in the fundamental aspects of our everyday lives. From the critical infrastructure we depend on, to the energy and resources that keep us moving - we are powering our communities and shaping Canada’s skylines coast-to-coast-to-coast. Entrenched in the foundation of a culture built more than a century ago is an enduring quest to reimagine what is possible. Our impact is greater than ever, and we are looking for those who seek to redefine their story.

What We Believe In

We Put Safety First

A healthy and safe work environment is non-negotiable. We build a culture of operational and psychological safety through engagement, learning and leadership.

We Lead With Honesty

We speak and act with integrity, clarity and care so people can trust our word and our work. Being honest means we can deliver the best outcomes and consistent results.

We Are Stronger Together

Success is a team effort. Our inclusive workplace enables our combined expertise, humility and creativity to unlock our greater potential.

We Are Driven To Do Great Work

We built our name on quality. We have a passion for excellence in our work and relationships that honours our businesses and our industry.

We Create Opportunity

Rooted in a solid foundation, we adapt and grow to face the future. We are committed to elevating each other to chart the best path forward in an evolving world.

At Bird, we value Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) and believe it is essential to our success. We will continue to listen, learn, and take action in our commitment to building progress in our organization, and the industry as a whole. Cultivating an environment where all employees feel included, seen, and have a sense of belonging is core to Bird’s culture. We commit to proactively employing a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work, fostering an environment of continuous learning, and never compromising on our values.