Pursuit Banff AB Project Coordinator

   				
Pursuit Collection
 
100 Gopher Street, Banff, AB
Full-time
 

Job details
Job type
Full-time

Location
100 Gopher Street, Banff, AB

Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Paid time off
Discounted or free food
RRSP match
RRSP Contribution

Full job description
What will be your daily pursuit?:

The Project Coordinator supports the Development Projects team in delivering a range of hospitality development initiatives across the Canadian Rockies, including Banff, Jasper, Golden, and Waterton.

This role is responsible for organizing, tracking, and reporting on multiple concurrent projects. It ensures consistency across deliverables, maintains accurate and accessible documentation, and facilitates communication between internal and external stakeholders. The coordinator also plays a key role in establishing baseline schedules, monitoring budgets, and maintaining a consistent reporting cadence.

This role can be based in our Banff, Jasper or Calgary office with frequent travel to sites required.
What will your compensation be?:
Pursuit offers a full suite of benefits, including flexible time off, an RRSP contribution matching plan, and discounts at our hotels, restaurants, and attractions.
What perks can you expect?:
Work in a dynamic, culturally diverse team from around the globe
Work experience in an iconic, unforgettable, and inspiring location
Free access to Pursuit attractions for staff and family, send a friend at half the price!
Discounted hotel stays under Pursuit’s lodging offerings, and discounted food & beverage and retail experiences
The chance to work in an inclusive culture and make life-long friends
Access to subsidized mental health and wellness resources
Opportunities for career growth or future work at other Pursuit locations
What will you do in this job?:
Design and implement standardized project management frameworks, including process visualizations, flowcharts, and deliverable templates to ensure consistency across all initiatives
Establish and maintain baseline schedules for each project, ensuring alignment with key milestones and timelines.
Monitor project budgets and support financial reporting by providing timely updates and variance analysis
Manage project documentation with a focus on version control, accessibility, and organizational clarity.
Facilitate regular reporting cycles, including comprehensive status updates and dashboard development to support informed decision-making
Enhance cross-functional collaboration through meeting facilitation, detailed note-taking, and proactive follow-up on action item

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What skills and experience do you need for this job?:
EDUCATION:
Diploma or degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field.
PMP or CAPM certification is an asset.

IDEAL EXPERIENCE:
3–5 years of experience in project coordination or project controls.
Familiarity with construction and development projects.
Experience with scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, Smartsheet).
Budget tracking and reporting experience.
Document control systems (e.g., Procore, SharePoint,).
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
Excellent presentation skills (Power Point, data charts, Flowcharts, etc.)
Detail-oriented with a proactive mindset.
Work closely with the Sr. Director, Development Projects to translate the management vision into tangible deliverables
Coordinate closely with the project managers
Online meetings with consultants and stakeholders
This role may involve occasional site visits (Jasper, Banff, Golden) and interaction with contractors or consultants.
This job description describes this role at a high level, but no document can anticipate every single task, issue or project that could come up. We work as a team and believe that we succeed together – these job duties may change based on the needs of the team and company as a whole.

To handle this job successfully, any person hired must be able to perform responsibilities as described. Pursuit will make any reasonable accommodation to help a person with disabilities perform their job. This job is based in Alberta, Canada. Relocation to the area and the legal ability to work in Canada is required.
What will your work environment be like?:
About Us:
We're more than a hospitality and attractions company. We connect people to iconic places through unforgettable and inspiring experiences; Our team members included.

Thoughtfully united by their unique power to inspire and invigorate, our collection of hotels and lodges, recreational attractions, ground transportation services, retail, food and beverage, sightseeing, tours, and travel products are tied together by iconic, destination-worthy locations in Alaska, Montana, the Canadian Rockies, Vancouver, Reykjavík, Las Vegas, and Chicago.

What will your work environment be like?
At Pursuit, our office is more than just a place to work – it’s a space where you can bring your whole self, collaborate with talented teams across departments, and build lasting friendships. We believe in fostering an environment where work and play coexist, so whether you’re tackling projects or enjoying our many perks, you’ll feel supported and valued. With a variety of great benefits, we’re committed to ensuring that your time with us is as fulfilling as it is fun.

About Pursuit
Pursuit is a publicly traded company listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol PRSU. As a member of the S&P SmallCap 600 index, we specialize in attractions-led hospitality, consistently generating revenue and delivering value to our shareholders.
EEO:
Pursuit is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.

Pursuit places a high value on diverse backgrounds and experiences, recognizing that they serve as catalysts for creativity and innovation. We encourage individuals who are eligible to work in Canada to apply and join our inclusive team!

We are working to eliminate barriers for applicants and team members from equity-deserving groups. If you can’t apply online or need accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our Talent & Acquisition Team at ta@pursuitcollection.com.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, please note that only applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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