Project Coordinator, Commercial Construction (12 Month Contract)

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RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust seeks a Project Coordinator, Commercial Construction for a 12-month contract in Calgary onsite to coordinate landlord and tenant construction across Western Canada. You will assist planning and execution, liaise with Asset Management, Property Management, Leasing, Procurement, contractors, consultants, designers, municipalities, and tenants, and prepare reports. You will review offers to lease and lease agreements for alignment, manage procurement and contractor documentation, and oversee multiple sites to keep projects on time and on budget. To apply, tailor your resume to show retail construction experience, budgeting and scheduling, reading blueprints, AutoCAD and Bluebeam proficiency, and strong communication. Highlight Yardi familiarity if applicable, quantify outcomes, and include a cover letter linking your values to RioCan; Calgary onsite and Western Canada scope noted.

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Who We Are
For over 30 years, our entrepreneurial mindset and strategic vision have fueled our growth into one of Canada’s largest and most successful REITs. Our retail-focused and mixed-use portfolio reflects our commitment to creating vibrant community spaces where people want to shop, live, work, and play. We take pride in our strong legacy while continuously adapting, innovating, and investing in the future. We’re proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, Canada’s Greenest Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, and a Greater Toronto Top Employer.
At RioCan, we believe our people are our greatest strength. We foster a welcoming, inclusive culture where employees can connect authentically, grow continuously, and bring their whole selves to work. Here, you’ll find opportunities to learn, lead, and make an impact every day.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Reporting to the Senior Project Manager, Commercial Construction, this position is responsible for the coordination of Landlord and Tenant construction projects. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the Project Manager and Sr. Project Manager in planning, organizing, and executing projects from start to finish across the Western Canada portfolio;
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders; Asset Management, Property Management, Leasing, Procurement, Contractors, Consultants, Designers, Architects, Municipalities and Tenants on various projects;
• Prepare accurate and timely reports including but not limited to; quarterly accruals, Monthly/quarterly forecasts, PSR (Project Status Report Updates);
• Review Offers to Lease and Lease Agreements to ensure projects are supporting RioCan’s obligations;
• Prepare and present construction budgets;
• Assist with procurement of services including preparing scopes of work, bid review, selection of contractors, contract preparation and acquisition of contractor documentation;
• Management of multiple projects, including but not limited to; visiting sites to ensure projects stay on time and on budget, contract administration, issuance of necessary change orders and budget revisions; 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• University degree or college diploma in relevant field of study, or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Minimum two (2) years of related work experience in the construction industry providing administrative and project coordination support;
• Thorough understanding of commercial retail construction, building systems and technology, industry practices, estimating/budgeting, and scheduling;
• Experience reading blueprints and interpreting building codes and municipal requirements;
• Experience in budget forecasting, spreadsheet development, troubleshooting, project planning, and accounting;
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel;
• Understanding of Landlord and Tenant relationships, with knowledge of related agreements;
• Excellent time management and organization skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to communicate and report accurately and in a timely manner;
• Proven critical thinking and exceptional problem-solving skills;
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively within a team and corporate environment;
• Experience with Yardi ERP system is considered an asset.

Why join RioCan?
We believe in rewarding you for what you do and investing in your career and long-term success. Our total rewards program is designed to help you thrive in every aspect of your life: physically, emotionally, financially, and socially. Here’s what we offer:
An Extensive Health and Benefits Program that includes health and dental benefits starting on day one, healthcare and wellness/lifestyle spending accounts, access to an employee family and assistance program, virtual healthcare services, and other resources to support your overall well-being.
A Comprehensive Retirement Program to help prepare you for your future. This includes matching employee contributions in a retirement savings plan, pension plan,and an employee unit purchase plan.
Work/Life Balance that prioritizes you. Enjoy flexible work hours, an extra-long weekend with our RioCan Cares Day, and half days before every long weekend in the summer.
Professional Growth and Development opportunities to advance your skills and grow your career through our continuing education reimbursement, mentorship and leadership development programs, on-demand online learning, and cross-functional training opportunities.
Additional Perks and Benefits that include paid time off, parental leave top-up, employee discounts, referral and recognition programs, and year-round opportunities to connect through community initiatives, committees, and social events.
If you share RioCan’s values and a passion for real estate, we want to hear from you.
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees are valued, included, and empowered to do their best work and bring great ideas. People are at the core of who we are, and we respect that they have taken all paths to get here. RioCan welcomes applications from all candidates and is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process, please let us know, and we will be happy to work with you to meet your needs.
You can visit us at www.riocan.com and follow us on LinkedIn to learn more about who we are and what a career at RioCan can look like for you.