Junior Project Coordinator

Who We Are

Centurion Asset Management Inc. is a recognized leader in the Investment and Property Management industries. Providing quality investments and housing for all its clients, our experienced team comprised of more than 435 Employees is a core component of Centurion’s success since 2003. Centurion Apartment Real Estate Investment Trust (“REIT”) owns more than 22,000 multi-family apartment units and student housing beds across 46 cities in Canada and the United States. Since day one, our goal has been to provide Residents and their families with clean, safe, and comfortable homes. The REIT provides investors an opportunity to invest in a diversified portfolio of rental apartments and student housing properties, as well as mortgage and equity investments in property developments, across Canada and the United States and participate in the profits derived from them.

Our Mission

Our mission is to be sought after as a leading-edge, reputable, multi-disciplinary alternative asset manager; to capitalize on opportunities in new and interesting investment strategies that meet our mission to Investors; and to embrace change, experimentation, innovation and learning from failure to make continual improvements that drive our success and keep us ahead of our competitors.

Our Values

Our core values can be summarized by the acronym RISE: Respect for our Investors, our Residents, Co-workers, Partners and Communities; Integrity in everything we do, demonstrating sincerity, honesty and the will to do it right; Simplicity free of pretension and hassle, full of value and common sense; and Excellence in offering all our Clients and Partners exceptional products and services quality, as well as providing our Employees with an excellent workplace.

Overview

Reporting to the Vice President of Technical Services, the Junior Project Coordinator will support the management team, energy team and project managers and successful completion of assigned capital expenditure projects for Centurion Property Associates.

This role involves assisting with the administration of resources, contracts, tools, and supplies to ensure efficient maintenance of Centurion Asset Management Inc. | Centurion Property Associates Inc. properties to established standards.

Responsibilities

Relationship Development

Build and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, Project Managers and Property Managers in addressing contractor, vendor, and consultant performance issues related to maintenance and capital/construction projects.

Preventative Maintenance

Assist Property Managers in setting performance and quality targets for site maintenance. Ensure adherence to Centurion's safety standards and policies.

Ongoing Operations

Participate in regular site inspections to identify trends and opportunities. Report any concerns or deficiencies to the Project Manager.

Administration and Reporting

Help investigate and follow up on contractor-related issues. Provide feedback to contractors and vendors as needed. Review and assist with approval of contractor invoices. Support the identification of site intensification opportunities through cost-value analysis and zoning reviews. Complete other duties as assigned.

Risk Management

Ensure compliance with current codes, technical safety standards, and legislation. Assist with resolving municipal and provincial work orders. Support insurance‑related risk assessments and incorporate findings into capital or operations planning.

Technical Services Administration

Maintain updated Technical Services folders/drives with accurate data, including technical contracts and vendor correspondences. Provide Smartsheet refresher training and regular updates for Regional Directors, Property Managers, and Site-admins. Assist in drafting and renewing Technical Service Contracts and maintenance service contracts for new acquisitions, ensuring renewal prices fit within the budget. Support invoicing issues, contract scheduling, and monitor service contracts for renewals and expirations. Engage in tendering tasks and manage the bidding process to secure the best offers. Coordinate construction documents and ensure compliance with regulations. Create and manage databases for service contracts and assist Project Managers with administrative tasks and day-to-day operations. Complete additional tasks as assigned by the Supervisor.

Requirements

• A passion for excellence in customer service delivery;
• Post-Secondary degree in construction management, project management, engineering, facility management, quantity surveying or related field would be an asset;
• Minimum 1-2 years’ experience in project/facilities/construction management considered an asset;
• Data entry and administrative experience, with a strong focus on accuracy, organization, and record maintenance, considered an asset;
• Multi-Residential operations or project management experience with a national portfolio would be an asset;
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills;
• Excellent organizational skills with a strong ability to multi-tasks;
• Strong interpersonal skills;
• Strong command of MS Office products: Word, Excel, Powerpoint;
• Detail-oriented; able to resolve problems using facts, sound reasoning and common sense;
• Forward thinking with an ability to develop creative strategic solutions to issues;
• Strong follow-up skills with the ability to effectively resolve difficult issues in a timely manner; and
• Experience with Yardi property management systems and Smartsheet considered an asset.

Centurion is an inclusive and equal opportunity Employer committed to creating a positive, supportive and inclusive environment for all Employees. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), the Ontario Human Rights Code and all other applicable provincial rules and regulations, Centurion will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities, as requested. This posting is for an existing job vacancy.