Project Administrator (EGP Project) (2025050762)
Overview
Thurber has an exciting opportunity for a Project Administrator to join our team in Calgary, Alberta.
Thurber provides geotechnical, environmental and construction materials engineering and testing services for a variety of industries across Canada. Our multidisciplinary expertise allows us to work on problems related to earth, the environment and construction materials. We solve problems in a wide variety of industries including transportation, building construction, municipal infrastructure, land development, dams and water resources, industrial development, mining, oil and gas, marine and environmental services.
The Project Administrator is expected to evolve as the full scope of responsibilities are identified. The position will be to primarily support Thurber’s EGP project and is responsible for assisting in the coordination of project activities, schedule management, and document control. The position works closely with the Project Manager and project team, therefore strong communication and collaboration skills are essential. Depending upon skills and ability, project administrative support may be extended to other projects.
Responsibilities
- Document control, utilizing processes and systems to ensure documents are reviewed and processed accurately and efficiently
- Collaborate and keep the lines of communication open within team
- Maintain project-specific physical, and digital, filing systems
- Collect and vet daily timesheets, resolving timesheet discrepancies with Project Manager
- Track project and employee/sub-contractor work rotations
- Compile and prepare job progress summaries
- Book and update field travel and accommodations for project work
- Manage field equipment administration (i.e. GPS devices, etc.)
- Assist with, or draft documents, including formatting and proofing documents created by other team members, prepare final document, copy and distribute as advised by Project Manager
- Book project meetings, prepare agendas, attend as required and prepare meeting minutes
- Other duties as required.
Qualifications and Assets
- 5-10 years proven work experience as a Construction Project Administrator is preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; intermediate level Outlook, Word, Excel & Teams
- Strong accuracy and attention to detail is required
- Adaptable to change and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
- Experience with BST 10 and with marketing and proposals would be an asset.
What we offer
Upon joining Thurber Engineering you'll be welcomed into a casual, inclusive and professional office environment where open communication is valued at all levels. We're eager to help our team reach their potential which is why many of our team members spend much of their career with us! Here are the benefits of working for us in Calgary:
- Our office is centrally located with quick access to major roadways including Macleod Trail, Glenmore Trail, and Deerfoot Trail.
- We offer free onsite parking and a secure bicycle lock up facility + showers.
- Enjoy your lunch hour in our private, sunny atrium, or visit one of the numerous neighbouring shops and restaurants.
- Our flat organizational structure allows easy access to senior professionals, corporate leaders, and subject matter experts across the company for mentorship and feedback.
- Our culture is respectful, collaborative, inclusive, and fun.
About Thurber
Thurber Engineering Ltd. provides environmental, geotechnical, and materials engineering and testing services. A Canadian-owned company since 1957, we are consistently recognized for the quality of our work, the knowledge of our people, and for conducting our business with integrity.
Our team continues to grow as we build our reputation by working closely with our clients to provide timely, high-value solutions and technical support. Thurber is wholly owned by our senior employees and operates from British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Ontario.
At Thurber, we know that our success can be attributed to the hard-working, innovative group of people who come in every day ready and excited to take on new challenges and solve problems. We seek out team members who work hard, innovate, and operate with integrity. Our regional diversity gives us specialized knowledge of the various and complex geological and environmental conditions across Canada.
Our Purpose:
To make a difference for people.
Our Values:
Passion:
We're driven to deliver our best and inspire others.
Quality:
We're committed to providing our clients with a quality experience, in both service and product.
Caring:
We show kindness and concern for others, the environment, and the industry.
Together:
We make a difference for people by working with passion, quality, and care - together.
Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to work for a remarkable organization that takes pride in its employees - apply today!