Job Description

Valard Construction LP is Canada's premier powerline contractor, serving clients in both public & private sectors. We offer construction services in overhead and underground transmission and distribution systems, substations, fibre optics, as well as substation and transmission foundations.


Valard Construction LP is seeking a qualified

ROW Field Support

to join our team of Right-of-Way staff.

Requirements

Financial Support

- Collecting and reviewing subcontractor field data, invoices, handling purchase order site requests/entry, collecting packing slips/tickets, providing procurement support, assisting with purchase order closeout, submitting expense reports, and creating invoices.

Contract Administration Support

- Assisting with change order management by tracking change orders and ensuring timesheets and invoices are tracked and coded appropriately.

Timesheet Support

- viewing timesheets for consistency and correctness, entering time into Valard's payroll system, and communicating issues with corporate payroll.

Camps Coordination

- Supporting the coordination of overnight accommodations in camps for field staff, communicating with site offices and the Travel Team to ensure accommodations are available.

Travel Coordination

- Scheduling and requesting flights, accommodations, shuttles, etc. as required by ROW personnel.

IT requests

- Providing support for ROW staff as required; e.g. relaying requests to IT for equipment or access, and ensuring it is provided or implemented per the request.

Reports

- Collecting, entering, and distributing data for field reports, including the Plan-of-the-Day and Daily Reports.

In addition to the above specific tasks, there are more general tasks that will be completed by all ROW Field Support including:

General data entry as required and incorporation of field data into reports Participation in Valard Safety programs Developing contacts throughout the company and having the ability to track down pertinent and essential information through these contacts Using Valard systems and processes to complete day to day tasks Coordination with Edmonton office Project Assistants Documenting and distributing meeting minutes for various site meetings.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Experience working at a construction office would be an asset Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills Strong knowledge and experience with Microsoft office programs Superior organizational and time management skills Strong initiative and the ability to work independently Ability to learn new programs/systems quickly Attention to detail is key

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Three years of experience in a related field of work in an administrative role is desirable. Post-secondary degree or diploma in Business Administration or related administrative diploma would be considered an asset

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that incorporates a complete range of employee benefits, including an RRSP matching program, to ensure you have the tools necessary to manage, maintain, and improve your health and wellbeing.

About our Business

Valard Construction is Canada's premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere. We are also part of Quanta Services, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.

Valard Construction is an equal opportunity employer.

Learn more

Visit us at www.valard.com and connect with us on our social media channels for our latest news, employee stories, community activities, and other updates.

Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level. Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions. * Valard Construction is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process.