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Bird Construction

Materials Coordinator

Edmonton, ABPosted 2 days ago
Full-timeonsite

Job Description

Materials Coordinator

The Material Coordinator will support our industrial project operations. This role is critical in ensuring materials are procured, tracked, delivered, and staged efficiently to keep field crews productive and projects on schedule. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and experienced in fast-paced industrial environments.

This role is based on a project site in Fort Saskatchewan, AB.

What You Will Be Working On

  • Coordinate the flow of materials from site requisition through delivery, storage, and issuance to field teams

  • Work closely with procurement, construction management, and warehouse teams to forecast material needs

  • Maintain accurate inventory records, material logs, and documentation

  • Track purchase orders, shipping schedules, and vendor deliveries

  • Inspect incoming materials for accuracy, quality, and compliance with project specifications

  • Organize laydown yards, storage areas, and material staging zones

  • Support material returns, surplus management, and reconciliation

  • Ensure all material handling follows Bird’s safety standards and site procedures

  • Communicate material status updates to project leadership and field supervisors

  • Assist with expediting critical materials to avoid project delays

What We Are Looking For

  • 3+ years of experience in material coordination, warehousing, or logistics within industrial or construction environments

  • Strong understanding of industrial materials, tools, and equipment

  • Experience with ERP or material management systems (e.g., SAP, JD Edwards, Procore, etc.

  • Valid driver’s license; CSTS

  • Strong organizational and communication skills, working in a team environment

  • Ability to work in outdoor, industrial, and physically demanding environments

  • Commitment to safety and adherence to Bird’s core culture and values

For Those Who Seek to Redefine

The greatest achievements in history are borne from the greatness within people – where human potential meets vision, and passion fuels evolution. Unlocking this potential is the most important thing we do at Bird.

As a leader in Canadian construction for over 100 years, the impact of our team is etched deeply within the core of our legacy. Beyond Bird, this impact is felt in the fundamental aspects of our everyday lives. From the critical infrastructure we depend on, to the energy and resources that keep us moving - we are powering our communities and shaping Canada’s skylines coast-to-coast-to-coast. Entrenched in the foundation of a culture built more than a century ago is an enduring quest to reimagine what is possible. Our impact is greater than ever, and we are looking for those who seek to redefine their story.

What We Believe In

We Put Safety First

A healthy and safe work environment is non-negotiable. We build a culture of operational and psychological safety through engagement, learning and leadership.

We Lead With Honesty

We speak and act with integrity, clarity and care so people can trust our word and our work. Being honest means we can deliver the best outcomes and consistent results.

We Are Stronger Together

Success is a team effort. Our inclusive workplace enables our combined expertise, humility and creativity to unlock our greater potential.

We Are Driven To Do Great Work

We built our name on quality. We have a passion for excellence in our work and relationships that honours our businesses and our industry.

We Create Opportunity

Rooted in a solid foundation, we adapt and grow to face the future. We are committed to elevating each other to chart the best path forward in an evolving world.

At Bird, we value Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) and believe it is essential to our success. We will continue to listen, learn, and take action in our commitment to building progress in our organization, and the industry as a whole. Cultivating an environment where all employees feel included, seen, and have a sense of belonging is core to Bird’s culture. We commit to proactively employing a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work, fostering an environment of continuous learning, and never compromising on our values.