MatchBox Consulting Group is partnering with a leading Western Canadian developer and builder with over 30 years of experience, to hire a Construction Administrator for their Calgary office. This role is a key support position within a lean, high-performing construction team and offers strong internal growth opportunities. This is an opportunity to join a company and become essential to maintaining project efficiency and ensuring smooth operations across construction initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide administrative support to the Project Manager and Construction Coordinator on all construction projects.
- Assist in preparing scopes of work and reviewing them with the project team and management.
- Support the tender process, contracts, and commitments for construction projects.
- Assist with permit applications, insurance, and general project documentation.
- Perform project data entry, including purchase orders, invoices, and budget adjustments.
- Maintain construction data in Pluto Systems, including unit models, floor plans, and contractor/consultant information.
- Manage customer consolidated options (change orders) and colour selections, ensuring deadlines are met.
- Support RFIs, Shop Drawings, and SIs to ensure timely project execution.
- Attend project meetings and assist in preparing meeting minutes.
Qualifications & Skills
- Diploma or certificate in construction management, business administration, or a related field (asset).
- 1–3 years of construction or project administration experience.
- Familiarity with construction project lifecycles, including RFIs, Shop Drawings, SIs, and customer selections.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams).
- Knowledge of construction software (Sage300, Sage Estimating, Bluebeam, PlanSwift) is an asset.
- Comfortable supporting both office and site teams in a fast-paced environment
For more current job opportunities, Follow MatchBox at linkedin.com/company/matchbox-recruitment/
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About MatchBox
Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.
Equal Opportunities
MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.
Work Permits
Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.
Further Consideration
We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.
Find out more at www.matchboxhr.com
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