About this role
What is the Opportunity?
Safer. Faster. Smarter. This is how Aecon Utilities is committed to delivering projects. Aecon Utilities is a leading North American utility infrastructure provider with a strong track record delivering safe, reliable and innovative solutions across electrical, telecommunications, pipeline distribution and renewable energy markets. With operations across North America, Aecon Utilities supports critical utility infrastructure that powers and keeps communities connected. Guided by our core value of Safety Always, we partner with clients to build the infrastructure that powers the future.
Established in 1983, Tristar has developed specialized in-pavement inset lighting installation techniques that have created new standards employed in airport construction worldwide. Providing a full turnkey solution for your airfield needs from design, installation, maintenance and troubleshooting. Tristar’s notable airport electric projects include: the Toronto Pearson International Airport; the New Quito International Airport, Ecuador; Winnipeg’s James Armstrong Richardson International Airport; St. John’s International Airport, Newfoundland; and the Canadian Forces Base (CFB), Trenton, Ontario.
Reporting to the Manager, Operations, the Project Coordinator will be responsible for accurately estimating the cost of labor, equipment and materials for the supply and installation of underground utilities within new development projects. Also, coordinating related contract administration, procurement and invoicing functions for awarded projects.
Location: Houston, Texas
This position requires heavy travel within the USA to project sites. Candidates must be able and willing to travel frequently as required by the business.
What You'll Do Here:
- Provide data analysis, reporting, and project insights to the General Manager to support informed decision-making.
- Support Project Superintendents and Foremen in the effective management of crews and overall project execution.
- Track and report project productivity, costs, schedules, and progress.
- Perform quantity take-offs from construction drawings and specifications.
- Communicate with customer technical support departments as required.
- Distribute administrative and contractual documentation following project award.
- Monitor job costs and prepare regular cost reports for management on active projects.
- Provide data and support for month-end project reconciliations.
- Prepare, submit, and track progress billings and final invoices in coordination with Accounts Receivable.
- Assist with cost control, scheduling, progress tracking, and project forecasting activities.
- Maintain organized project files and correspondence for both active and completed projects.
- Provide technical and administrative support to field staff as needed.
- Coordinate the preparation, review, and submission of as-built drawings.
What You Bring to the Team:
- Recent University or College graduate in Engineering or a related discipline.
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a similar role within the construction industry.
- Previous estimating experience is considered an asset.
- Strong ability to read, interpret, and understand construction drawings and contract documents.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Project.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Highly motivated with strong organizational and time-management abilities.
- Ability to work accurately and effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Flexible and adaptable to varying work schedules as project demands require.
- Strong team player with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
- Valid driver’s license required.
Aecon fosters belonging within and across our organization. We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.
We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely m