Project Coordinator

Closing Date: January 31, 2025

Teck is a leading Canadian resource company focused on responsibly providing the metals essential for global development and the energy transition while caring for the people, communities and land that we love.

Teck's two regional business units, North America and Latin America, are responsible for Teck's assets through all phases of safe, sustainable development, operation and closure. The business units are supported by enterprise-wide functions that set strategic direction, establish standards and provide governance, as well as supporting the business through shared services, centres of excellence and business partnering.

Reporting to Manager, Transformation, the Project Coordinator is responsible for providing essential administrative, logistical, and coordination support to the Transformation Management Office (TMO) and project teams.

This includes various department support activities, compiling and analyzing data, maintenance of information in the document management system, coordinating information and activities with project team members (inclusive of action tracking, following up, and documenting outcomes), and ad hoc projects as assigned by the manager. Support of timely and accurate project coordination and documentation will support decision-making and drive the overall success of the TMO.

The role offers the opportunity to shape the organization of meetings, refine reporting formats, and develop effective communication plans, all informed by team feedback and requirements. This position does not require travel but does require the successful candidate to work in-office at least four days per week.

Responsibilities

•  Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures

• Project Administration: Create, maintain and update project documentation, including but not limited to the project calendar and org chart. Ensure that project information is current and accessible to team members

• Meeting Coordination: Schedule, organize, and facilitate project meetings, including preparing agendas, capturing minutes, and tracking action items to ensure productive outcomes and advancement of strategic priorities and initiatives

• Reporting & Communication: Assist in the preparation of project reports and communications (memoranda, presentations, other), including collecting, compiling and analyzing data related to project progress, key risks, and issues

• Engagement Support: Serve as a point of contact for project teams and collaborators, ensuring effective communication and coordination

• Risk & Issue Tracking: Monitor project risks and issues, ensuring that they are properly documented and raised to the appropriate parties as needed

• Document Control: Ensure proper management, version control, and archiving of all project-related documentation

• Logistical Support: Assist with logistics for project workshops, meetings, and events, ensuring all participants have the resources they need to succeed

• Continuous Improvement Support: Identify areas for improvement in project execution, governance, and processes

Key Competencies

• Project Coordination Skills: Experience in planning and driving project coordination activities, managing schedules, balancing multiple priorities, and supporting multiple workstreams

• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear reports and facilitate effective meetings

• Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks based on comparative importance and vitality, ensuring that tasks are completed on time and with high quality

• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify and raise issues in a timely manner and assist the project team in finding solutions

• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with project management concepts and software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera), document management tools, and collaboration platforms (e.g., SharePoint, Teams)

• Detail-Oriented: Strong focus on accuracy and attention to detail in project tracking, reporting, and documentation

• Organized: Ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and schedules in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

• Proactive: Takes initiative to anticipate the needs of the project team and address issues

• Collaborative: Great teammate who works well with others, supporting smooth collaboration and communication across teams

• Reliable: Consistently meets deadlines and delivers high-quality work

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in administrative or project support to technical or project personnel

• A diploma or certificate in business administration or a related field

• Strong skills in the area of business processes and administration are essential

• Strong interpersonal skills, as well as strong written and verbal communication abilities

• Proficiency in Spanish is considered an asset

• Knowledge of document and information management

• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet Explorer and Visio and advanced in SharePoint

• Independent, self-motivated and able to take the initiative to liaise with other departments and/or external sources

• Previous experience in technical writing

• Excellent organizational and planning skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks

• Good critical and conceptual thinking skills

• Knowledge of the mining and or construction industry would be considered highly valuable

Why Join Us?

At Teck, we offer more than just a job – we provide a pathway to personal and professional enrichment. With captivating projects set against stunning backdrops, a culture of inclusivity and collaboration, and boundless opportunities to learn and grow, joining us means embracing a fulfilling and dynamic career adventure. 

Teck employees receive access to our total rewards program and comprehensive benefits package that promote physical, mental, financial, and emotional well-being. This includes but is not limited to:  

• Annual Performance Bonus 
• Profit Share Plan 
• Health Spending Account   
• Personal Spending Account 
• Extended Health Care   
• Dental and Vision Care 
• Employer Paid Pension Plan 
• Life Insurance and Disability Coverage  
• Paid Sick Leave, Vacation and Holidays      
• Virtual Telemedicine and additional support for overall well-being 
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)      

Salary Range: $79,000 - $98,000 

The actual base salary offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity. 

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