Overview:
DKI Saskatoon Disaster Services is looking for an organized, personable, and driven Project Manager Assistant to join our Reconstruction division. This role is an essential part of our construction team in keeping projects moving, trades coordinated, clients informed, and our PMs and estimators supported so they can focus on delivering exceptional rebuild outcomes.
What you will be doing:
- Support the Construction PM team, Project Coordinator, Estimator, and field staff with day-to-day project administration
- Act as a key point of contact for clients, insurance adjusters, and trade partners — fielding calls, answering questions, and keeping communication flowing
- Coordinate scheduling of subtrades, suppliers, and site visits in collaboration with the PM team
- Prepare, track, and distribute work orders, purchase orders, and project correspondence using PSA
- Assist with document management including scopes of work, change orders, permits, and project files
- Monitor active project milestones and flag outstanding items to the appropriate PM or Coordinator
- Support the Estimator with scope preparation, documentation, and follow-up
- Maintain accurate records in project management software and shared filing systems
- Assist with project closeout administration including deficiency tracking, final documentation, and client follow-up
- Provide general administrative support to the construction team as needed
Who we're looking for:
- Valid Saskatchewan driver’s licence with a clean driver’s abstract
- Satisfactory criminal background check required prior to employment
- 1–2 years of experience in an administrative, coordination, or customer-facing role
- Strong organizational skills
- Clear, professional communication skills, both written and verbal
- Comfortable on the phone
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams)
- A self-starter attitude — you don’t wait to be told what needs doing
It’d be great if you also have:
- Experience in construction, restoration, renovation, or a trades-related environment
- Familiarity with Xactimate or construction project management software
- Experience coordinating with subtrades, suppliers, or contractors
- Post-secondary education in business administration, construction management, or a related field
What we offer:
- Wage: $20.00 – $27.00 per hour based on experience
- Comprehensive benefits package after 3 months, including extended health, dental, and vision coverage
- RRSP/DPSP enrollment available after 6 months
- A team that genuinely invests in your growth — this role has a clear path forward for the right person
- Variety every day — no two projects are the same
- Collaborative, supportive workplace where your contribution is noticed
Pay: $20.00-$27.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
