Project Coordinator – Utility Construction
Summary
Field-based Project Coordinator supporting large-scale utility infrastructure projects (high-voltage transmission lines, civil works, electrical EPC) in Ontario. Coordinates daily construction activities between field crews, subcontractors, and project management using tools like MS Project, Primavera P6, and Procore.
Forbes Bros. Group of Companies delivers transmission, distribution, substation, and related power infrastructure projects across Canada and the United States.
Our work spans field construction, project delivery, operations, and corporate support in an environment where safety, execution, and reliability matter.
Role Overview
This is a field-driven Project Coordinator role supporting large-scale utility infrastructure projects within our Major Projects division.
You will work on:
- High-voltage transmission line construction
- Utility infrastructure and associated civil works
- Multi-disciplinary EPC projects supporting Ontario's electrical infrastructure
This is not a commercial building or office-based coordination role.
You must be comfortable working:
- On active construction sites
- Alongside field crews, subcontractors, and project stakeholders
- In fast-paced, execution-focused environments with multiple concurrent priorities
What You'll Be Responsible For
Field Coordination (Primary Focus)
- Coordinate daily construction activities between field crews, subcontractors, supervisors, and project management.
- Monitor field progress, materials, equipment, and work sequencing to support efficient project execution.
- Identify and proactively resolve field issues while communicating effectively with project stakeholders.
- Support construction planning and ensure field activities align with project schedules and execution plans.
Project Execution Support
- Coordinate RFIs, submittals, drawing revisions, and document control to support construction activities.
- Assist with project mobilization, logistics, site readiness, and material coordination.
- Monitor project deliverables to ensure work is completed in accordance with scope, schedule, quality, and client requirements.
Schedule & Cost Support
- Assist with look-ahead planning, schedule updates, and progress reporting using tools such as MS Project or Primavera P6.
- Track installed quantities, productivity, and field production to support project forecasting.
- Provide accurate field information to assist with cost tracking, change management, and project reporting.
Safety & Quality
- Support implementation of project Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) requirements and promote a strong safety culture.
- Participate in site inspections, safety meetings, audits, and hazard assessments.
- Assist with quality documentation, inspections, deficiency tracking, and project closeout activities.
Required Qualifications
- 2-5 years of experience supporting heavy civil, utility, or infrastructure construction projects in a field-based coordination role.
- Experience working directly with construction crews, subcontractors, and site supervision on active job sites.
- Experience supporting one or more of the following:
- High-voltage transmission line construction
- Utility infrastructure
- Civil infrastructure
- Electrical EPC projects
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting transmission line, substation, or utility infrastructure projects.
- Working knowledge of Procore, Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or similar construction management software.
- Experience with QA/QC processes, document control, and construction turnover documentation.
- Strong understanding of utility construction sequencing, field coordination, and contractor management.
Location
- Candidates must be based within the Greater Toronto Area, Chatham, or Welland region.
- Regular travel to project sites across Ontario is required.
Forbes Bros. Group of Companies and its affiliated entities are committed to providing a respectful and accessible recruitment process.
Employment is subject to the requirements of the applicable role, location, project, and employing entity. Depending on the position, this may include verification of work authorization, background screening, driver abstract, drug and alcohol screening, credential verification, client/site access requirements, and other pre-employment conditions permitted by applicable law.
Applicants who require accommodation during the recruitment process are encouraged to contact the recruitment team.
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