Job Description

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work - they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living\xe2\x84\xa2.

We are searching for a Project Coordinator to join our Property and Support Services team based in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you\'ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan (eligible immediately upon hire) including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• RRSP program (5% employer matching)
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Employee discounts on select apparel, fitness, and retail partners through our Work Perks Program
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex\'s Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

• Provides support to all major projects to ensure compliance to policies, procedures, and applicable legislation
• Update the system as costs are allocated, timelines are adjusted, changes are requested etc.
• Assist the Project Manager in verifying contractor is complying with scope of work
• Ensure completion reports are filed at the end of each project and signed off by the operations team
• Enter each project into database (Job Cost-Yardi)
• Assist the Project Managers with issuing subcontracts and monitoring their progress
• Maintain record keeping and document control as per Shannex policy
• Assist in the preparation and revision of contract documents
• Coordinate the tendering process in cooperation with the Project Manager
• Develop project plans for each project and update as necessary
• Provide administrative and clerical support to the Project Managers
• Ensures new team members are orientated and trained on all processes related to major projects
• Collaborate with the team to identify any risks to the project plan
• Provide regular updates to VP PSS as it relates to project scope, schedule, deliverables, budget, other risks to the project
• Communicate regularly with Project Managers
• Manage the flow of information between the contractors and the Project Managers

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

• Required Education

University Degree/Technology Diploma in Engineering/ Construction Management Technology certificate, or a combination of education and industry experience

• Required Experience

2+ years of experience in a project management setting

Experience in health care setting considered an asset

About Us

It all began in 1988 when our Founder, Joseph Shannon, purchased a single nursing home in his hometown of Sydney, Cape Breton. For more than three decades, Shannex has grown as a trusted provider of senior accommodations, services and care in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario. Our industry-leading services are inspired by residents and delivered by Parkland Retirement Living and Lifestyle Residences, Shannex Enhanced Care, Faubourg du Mascaret, Milestone Communities, and Care at Home team members who create an exceptional resident experience and a positive, fulfilling work environment where every voice matters.

If you\'re ready to join the Shannex team of Great People, apply today!

Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization. Shannex believes equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals, where every person is treated fairly and where racism and discrimination are not tolerated. At Shannex, every team member belongs.

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Our company policy requires all employees be vaccinated against COVID-19.

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