Project Coordinator - Light Industrial/Retail - Ottawa

Project Coordinator - Light Industrial/Retail - OttawaPosition SummaryOur client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Project Coordinator to join their Ottawa team. Reporting to the Project Manager, the Project Coordinator will support the successful planning, coordination, documentation, and execution of construction projects, with a primary focus on light industrial facilities and large-format retail developments.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of construction experience supporting commercial, industrial, or retail projects and will thrive in a fast-paced environment where communication, organisation, and teamwork are critical to project success.Key Responsibilities

• Assist Junior Project Managers and Site Superintendents in the planning, coordination, and delivery of construction projects.
• Maintain project documentation, including contracts, subcontracts, RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, change orders, and meeting minutes.
• Coordinate and track project schedules, milestones, and deliverables.
• Support procurement activities by obtaining quotations, issuing purchase orders, and coordinating material deliveries.
• Monitor project costs, commitments, and change management processes.
• Assist with project reporting, forecasting, and progress updates.
• Coordinate permit applications, inspections, occupancy requirements, and closeout documentation.
• Ensure all project documentation is maintained accurately within project management systems.
• Support the implementation of health and safety standards and company procedures.
• Participate in site meetings and progress reviews as required.
• Assist with project turnover, deficiency management, and warranty administration.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class otherwise protected under applicable human rights legislation. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled and all other qualified applicants