Coordinator, Construction Services

We’re looking to hire a variety of positions in the National Capital Region, Ottawa, Ontario!

Join Defence Construction Canada (DCC) in Ottawa, ON, and play a vital role in supporting Canada’s National Defence! As a Federal Crown corporation with over 70 years of contribution to national defence, DCC is renowned for its innovative and cost-effective solutions in contracting, construction management, and infrastructure services.

What you bring

As a Coordinator, Construction Services at Defence Construction Canada (DCC), you will bring a wealth of expertise and skills that are instrumental to our success.

You are a good fit if you have experience with :

• Design & Implementation of Electrical Distribution systems including High Voltage;
• Managing and administering contracts to ensure work done under them complies with contractual requirements and quality specifications in a construction setting;
• Coordinate and solve day-to-day contractual constraints;
• Managing contract risk,
• Review and Monitor schedules.
• Liaising with Client-Partner representatives (e.g. on project-related issues, negotiate and prepare change orders for approval);
• Maintaining site activity records (e.g. photos, activity reports); and

Have the following formal Education and / or Certification(s) experience and abilities :

• Minimum : college diploma in engineering, applied science or related field with five years’ relevant experience, or the equivalent
• Preferred : certification in applicable field (e.g. Certified Engineering Technologist)

Abilities

• Use applicable computer software and operating systems;
• Interpret drawings and specifications;
• Apply project, contract, and risk management techniques to construction; and,
• Demonstrate leadership and human resources management skills.

What you will do :

With your background in the management of construction, project coordination, and risk management, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful delivery of the following projects :

Eastern Ontario Campus (EOC).

The aim of this project is to implement purpose-built infrastructure and buildings within an existing DND base including two green field sites while ensuring that the Unit operations continue unimpeded by construction activities.

This is a very large project, located just West of Richmond, ON, that is being implemented over the next 10-years that will require site preparation and construction of approx.

100,000 m2 of new buildings and civil infrastructure (i.e. underground utilities, roads, water treatment, wastewater treatment and central electrical plants, etc.).

Relocating?

We’ve got you covered with our competitive relocation package, ensuring a smooth transition to Ottawa, ON. We’ll help you out every step of the way to ensure you have a comfortable transition and are set up for success!

Moving to Ottawa allows you to enjoy many cultural institutions like museums, galleries, theaters, and historic sites but also the surrounding Ottawa Valley Countryside is a beautiful sight to explore on your days off.

Ottawa has a lot of green space, with large trees, parks, and beaches along the three (3) major rivers and a historic canal that defines the region.

As well, the Gatineau Hills are visible just across the Ottawa River, offering a protected natural setting for many family-oriented recreational activities.

Check out the benefits :

Working with DCC offers excellent opportunities for growth and advancement and entitles you to one of the job market’s best benefits packages.

In your role as Coordinator, Construction Services, your package is valued at 25% to 30% of your salary. DCC’s culture is strong, and our people know they are valued and appreciated our staff retention rate is 93%!

Your package will include :

• Public service pension
• 100% employer-paid annual sick leave, health and dental premiums, and life, accidental death, and short-term disability insurance
• $400 Wellness Allowance (e.g., gym membership)
• $1,500 for mental health services on top of regular $1,500 paramedical coverage
• $750 Health Care Spending Account (for some medical expenses that aren’t covered under provincial plans or our standard insurance plan)
• Telus Virtual Health Care
• Maternity and parental leave top-up plan to 93% of regular gross earnings for up to 17 weeks
• Hybrid workplace options including $400 allowance every two years to support work-from-home options
• Enhanced inConfidence employee and family assistance program
• Deluxe travel benefit plans
• Comprehensive vacation and other paid leave plans

Join our diverse and inclusive workplace

At DCC, we want to ensure that everyone has a voice and can be their authentic selves in our workplace. We encourage applications from all, including women, people of colour, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ communities.

We also welcome applications from those who are not Canadian citizens, yet who are eligible to work in Canada and have at least five years of verifiable background information in Canada.

Don’t miss this chance to make a difference while enjoying a fulfilling career with DCC. Join us in supporting Canada’s National Defence while embracing the beauty and opportunities of the National Capital Region.

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