Our Transmission team is currently seeking a motivated Operations Coordinator, based in our Calgary, AB office.
Reporting to the Executive Vice President (EVP), Transmission, this position provides operational and analytical support to the Transmission leadership team across active and upcoming projects. Rather than a traditional administrative role, the Operations Coordinator will focus on the operational side of the business, preparing high-quality meeting and executive materials, building reports and trackers, and taking on ad hoc projects as priorities arise. The scope of this role will evolve regularly to ensure our leaders and teams are fully supported.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide operational support to the EVP, Transmission and the broader Transmission leadership team across a portfolio of projects
- Prepare, build, and refine polished PowerPoint presentations and meeting materials, including executive briefings, project updates, and operational reviews
- Develop and maintain Excel-based trackers, dashboards, and reports to monitor project performance, key metrics, and operational priorities
- Gather and consolidate inputs from project teams, operations, and corporate departments to support recurring reporting, reviews, and leadership meetings
- Lead and support ad hoc projects and analyses as directed, from initial scoping through to final delivery
- Track action items, deliverables, and follow-ups arising from meetings, ensuring clear communication and timely close-out with stakeholders
- Support process improvement and standardization initiatives across Transmission operations
Requirements
- Post-Secondary education in a related field
- 5 years of experience in an operations, project coordination, or business analyst role
- Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint, with demonstrated experience creating polished, executive-level presentations
- Advanced proficiency in Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis and reporting
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Outlook, and Teams
- Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and handle confidential information
Preferred Skills / Qualifications
- Experience in the construction, utility, or energy industry
- Experience supporting senior leaders or executive teams
- Experience using JD Edwards or Power BI
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that incorporates a complete range of employee benefits, including an RRSP matching program, to ensure you have the tools necessary to manage, maintain, and improve your health and wellbeing.
About our Business
Valard Construction is Canada’s premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere. We are also part of Quanta Services, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.
Valard Construction is an equal opportunity employer.
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* Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level.
* Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.
* Valard Construction is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process.
* We do not use automated tools to screen applications. All hiring decisions involve human review. This job posting is for an existing vacancy.
