National Project Coordinator

Join Canada’s Largest Automotive Group

If you are looking to grow your career with an organization driven by excellence, integrity, and innovation, Dilawri offers an environment where people are supported and empowered to succeed.

Founded in 1985, Dilawri is Canada’s largest automotive group and one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. Dilawri operates over 80 franchised dealerships, representing more than 35 of the world’s most respected automotive brands across British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Ontario, Quebec, and Washington, DC.

With a team of more than 4,000 employees, Dilawri fosters a culture rooted in collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning. Our values of Excellence, Leading, Teamwork, Integrity, Innovation, and Giving Back guide how we work, how we lead, and how we serve our customers and communities. Through the Dilawri Foundation, we are also committed to making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

Discover how you can build your career with Dilawri.

Position Overview

The National Project Coordinator is responsible for supporting the planning, execution, and delivery of construction projects, and assisting with the coordination of internal maintenance operations and service functions. Working closely with consultants, suppliers, vendors, and internal stakeholders, this role will support all aspects of project management.

The expected pay for this position is $65,000 – $95,000.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Project Coordination

• Support the project management team with planning, scheduling and executing project deliverables from initiation to completion.
• Coordinate communication among consultants, contractors and cross-functional internal teams.
• Assist with procurement, vendor coordination, and logistics for project materials and services.
• Track and report on project progress, budgets, timelines and deliverables.
• Facilitate and oversee project related operational relocations and establishment of temporary operations.
• Support internal teams with the successful attainment of all required permits and licensing.
• Monitor project quality standards, ensuring deliverables align with expectations and company standards.
• Conduct regular site visits and attend all project status meetings.
• Assist with the preparation of formal documents, presentations and reports.

Inside Services Coordination

• Assist with coordinating internal facility maintenance and repair operations
• Liaise with various vendors and trades to efficiently support routine maintenance, service and emergency repairs.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
• Track maintenance budgets, ensuring accurate record keeping, data entry and reporting.
• Other responsibilities as determined by management.
• Follow established company policies and procedures.
• Maintain composure and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Follow Health & Safety Program and observe provincial Occupational Health & Safety regulations.
• Participate in meetings and all training, as required.
• Ability to travel as required.

Qualifications Required

• Possess strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels including executive management.
• Strong computer proficiency with all MS Office suite of products, including PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Project.
• Exceptional communication, time management and problem-solving skills.
• High level of accuracy and personal initiative.
• Acting with discretion and maintaining confidentiality.
• Sound organizational ability and high attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Ability to quickly build strong relationships and resolve complex issues.
• Ability to take ownership of tasks and deliver high quality results.
• Ability to work in a team environment to achieve common goals.
• Post-Secondary education or technical diploma in construction, building, civil, architecture or a related field.
• Minimum of 3+ years of work experience in commercial construction specializing in project coordination.
• Knowledge of municipal planning and approval processes and policies.
• Understanding of construction drawings and building systems including HVAC, plumbing and electrical.
• Knowledge of general contract terms and metrics related to construction.
• Valid Driver’s License.

• Legally entitled to work in Canada.

About Dilawri

In addition to working with and learning from a team of leading professionals in the automotive industry, our benefits include:

• Discounted employee vehicle purchase program
• Job-specific coaching & training programs
• Comprehensive health & dental plans
• Employee wellness & assistance programs
• Employee social events

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