Project Coordinator

Job No: 31169

Location: Lloydminster, AB

• Unique opportunity for a graduate to join an industry leader and work alongside experts in the field!
• Attractive remuneration package with opportunities for bonuses plus benefits!
• Fantastic opportunity for growth, progression and professional development!

About Universal Industries

Universal Industries, a division of Foremost Universal LP,  has been specializing in supplying its customers with oil and gas processing equipment since 1949. Supported by an experienced engineering, drafting, and design team, the Universal Industries manufacturing staff is dedicated, well-trained, and has a proven track record for quality workmanship.

Universal Industries utilizes over 130,000 square feet of shop space, and combines this with a 40,000 square foot pressure vessel manufacturing facilitiy to produce a complete group of products including field storage and process tanks, UIC/COLT Flash and HDT Horizontal Treaters, and heavy wall vessels. The company also provides expertise in high pressure remote bulk water separation, and the reconditioning of steam equipment.

As an operating entity of Foremost Universal LP, Universal Industries is a rapidly growing public company with $200 million in annual sales and over 600 employees across Alberta. Although the focus is on the Alberta and Saskatchewan oilfield, FULP has done work all over the world including Venezuela, Cuba, Trinidad, the United States and Peru.

About the Opportunity

Due to ongoing expansion, Universal Industries has an exciting opportunity for a Project Coordinator to join their growing team in Lloydminster.

Have you recently completed your studies at the University of Saskatchewan, University of Alberta, NAIT, SAIT or SIAST and are looking for a rewarding and fulfilling career with a local Lloydminster employer?  Join a market leader that specializes in oil treating systems, involved in the community and are looking to hire some young talent. Read on to learn more about this exciting role!

As a Project Coordinator, you will be responsible for the successful completion of assigned mechanical projects.

In this position, you will be:

• Ensuring the timely and effective completion of all aspects of procurement, fabrication and documentation
• Evaluating project scope and contractual obligations
• Managing project costs, schedules and contracts
• Monitoring and reporting on project progress, status, and costs
• Coordinating the execution of commercial terms and conditions
• Liaising with customers and internal groups
• Identifying project deliverables and ensuring their completion
• Ensuring all project engineering, drafting, and process design work is completed on time and accurately
• Reporting on project milestones for progress invoicing
• Evaluating project specifications and ensuring they are distributed
• Ensuring adequate cost recovery and schedule adjustments are completed

Do you have a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or a Diploma from an Engineering Technology program? These positions are for you!  Please note that it is not essential to have previous work experience.  However, experience with tanks, pressure vessels, and piping is desirable.

The successful candidate will have exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Universal Industries is interested in receiving applications from enthusiastic team players, who have an exceptional mechanical and mathematical aptitude with strong attention to detail.  In addition, you have the ability to read and understand drawings and P&IDs. Having excellent organizational skills is required. Ideally, you are proficient with Microsoft Office and are familiar with MS Projects.

This role will provide both job security and huge opportunities for career advancement.The successful applicants will enjoy day-to-day variety in their roles, and a refreshing mix of working both autonomously and as part of a friendly team.

About the Benefits

In exchange for your hard work and commitment, you will be rewarded with an attractive remuneration package depending on experience and qualifications and be eligible for bonuses.

As a company committed to quality and progress, and one that excels in its commitment to safety, Universal Industries is a great place to work.

In addition, Universal Industries employees receive excellent benefits including:

• Generous medical, dental, and eyewear plan;
• Life, short and long term disability insurance;
• Employee accidental death and dismemberment and specific loss;
• Two weeks vacation with the opportunity to earn more vacation days the longer you are with the company;
• A friendly team culture with a Social club which provides monthly draws and events such as golf tournaments and lobster fests; and
• Opportunities for continued training and courses are also supported and promoted on an individual basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an exciting and vibrant company that is family-oriented with management who are open minded and accepting of new ideas.

Universal Industries is committed to developing, leading and mentoring staff who want to achieve and accelerate in their careers, in a nurturing and empowering environment.