Project Coordinator – Whitehorse Office

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!

When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career working with intelligent, diverse people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next, right now. We’ve got what you’re looking for.

Job Description:

What You'll Be Doing:

• Planning and coordinating special events and meetings ensuring all logistics are handled efficiently
• Creating professional and engaging presentations using various software tools to support internal and external communications
• Supporting the drafting of communications materials, documents, proposals and other deliverables
• Participating in meetings relevant to project management & coordination, operations; and drafting of minutes
• Facilitating document reviews, including collecting input and feedback, summarizing, and synthesizing comments and making edits/formatting changes
• Conducting assigned research and analyzing data to support decision-making processes and present findings in a clear and concise manner
• Serving as point of contact for the public, providing information and assistance as needed
• Maintaining accurate records and files, ensuring all documentation is up-to-date and easily accessible
• Reporting directly to the manager, providing regular updates on ongoing projects and tasks
• Performing general administrative duties to assist and support smooth operations of Whitehorse office such as answering phones, managing correspondence, ordering materials
• Assisting with special projects and performing other duties as assigned

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Diploma or degree in business and/or similar or equivalent experience with minimum 2 years’ experience in similar roles.
• Proven experience in an office support role, with a strong emphasis on event coordination, research, and data collection/analysis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint) and other relevant web-based tools/software applications.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with the public and team members.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically.
• Valid class 5 driver’s license.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Basic knowledge and understanding of communications and marketing best practices.
• Understanding of local region and experience with community event planning.

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions-and to help them see what's next!

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as health, vision, dental, employer paid provincial care premiums, life insurance, paid time off, sick leave, all province observed holidays off, and gym membership discounts to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for indigenous peoples, women, individuals with disabilities, and visible minorities.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest-APPLY TODAY!

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