Construction Coordinator - Recovery

The Construction Coordinator – Recovery is responsible for managing and executing municipal infrastructure reconstruction and repair projects arising from the 2024 wildfire disaster. This position is integral to the implementation of recovery efforts that are eligible under the Alberta Disaster Recovery Program (DRP), including the restoration of municipal roads, utilities, and public infrastructure to pre-disaster condition. This role will ensure compliance with DRP guidelines, municipal regulations and applicable provincial and federal standards and oversee construction-related recovery efforts, ensuring that damaged municipal assets—such as infrastructure, roads, utilities, and public spaces—are restored efficiently, safely, and in accordance with applicable codes and recovery strategies. The coordinator will work closely with internal departments, Parks Canada, contractors, consultants, and community stakeholders to ensure timely completion of recovery projects while staying within budget and maintaining quality standards.

This position will begin immediately. The end date is May 27, 2027, with the possibility of extension.

Work performed:  

• Manage the execution of DRP-eligible construction projects, ensuring alignment with approved recovery scope, budgets, and timelines.
• Lead multiple infrastructure recovery projects through all project phases, with a focus on eligible scope of work and adherence to DRP reporting and audit standards.
• Collaborate with engineers, contractors, and inspectors to complete construction projects in compliance with codes, safety regulations, and DRP requirements.
• Conduct site inspections to confirm work progress and address deficiencies or scope deviations in real-time.
• Coordinate construction activities across multiple municipal sites, ensuring clear documentation of resource deployment for eligible DRP cost tracking.
• Ensure effective use of materials, equipment, and labour, minimizing cost overruns and non-eligible expenditures.
• Track and validate invoices and expenses against approved DRP categories.
• Serve as the municipal liaison with construction contractors and recovery partners, including participation in JRCC working groups.
• Engage with Parks Canada and relevant agencies for permits and inspection coordination.
• Respond to public inquiries regarding construction impacts, DRP timelines, and safety measures.
• Identify risks to recovery project delivery and implement mitigation strategies that support funding compliance and schedule.
• Ensure adherence to building codes, OH&S legislation, and DRP funding criteria.
• Support inspection and back-charge processes with proper documentation to ensure eligibility for reimbursement.
• Identify risks to recovery project delivery and implement mitigation strategies that support funding compliance and schedule.
• Ensure adherence to building codes, OH&S legislation, and DRP funding criteria.
• Support inspection and back-charge processes with proper documentation to ensure eligibility for reimbursement.