Green for Life (GFL) Environmental Inc. is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Co-op Project Coordinator to join our Transformation Office for a 4-8 month term, starting January 2026. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in project and change management within the Environmental Services sector. You will be joining a high-performing team dedicated to supporting company-wide initiatives. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and be a self-starter who can act with minimal direction. Key Responsibilities The Co-op Project Coordinator will support Project and Change Managers in planning, executing, and closing projects, with a strong emphasis on maintaining clear and consistent information flow. Proactive Task Management: Independently manage and prioritize a dynamic workload, identifying next steps and taking initiative to move tasks forward with minimal instruction. Project Administration: Assist with the creation, maintenance, and distribution of project documentation, including project charters, status reports and risk/issue logs. Scheduling & Tracking: Help monitor project timelines, track progress against milestones, and proactively follow up with team members on outstanding tasks. Stakeholder Communication: Draft and edit project-related communications (emails, presentations, newsletters) for various audiences, from technical teams to senior leadership. Meeting Management: Schedule project meetings, prepare detailed agendas, and accurately document action items, decisions, and outcomes, ensuring timely distribution. Financial Support: Assist with basic budget tracking, expense reconciliation, and processing invoices. Data Management: Organize and manage project files on Google Drive or Google Sites to ensure all team members have access to the latest information. Essential Skills Currently enrolled in a post-secondary co-op program in Project Management, Change Management, Business Administration or a related field Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to simplify complex information for non-technical audiences. Proficiency with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides) and collaboration tools (e.g., Google Meet, Teams) preferred. Demonstrated knowledge of basic project management principles (PMBOK® Guide knowledge is an asset). Familiarity with process improvement or change management concepts (e.g., Lean, Agile) is a strong asset. Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail. Self-Driven: Proven ability to operate effectively with minimal day-to-day oversight, demonstrate initiative, and independently pursue solutions and information. Adaptability: Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and maintain composure and accuracy in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Communication & Interpersonal Skills Active Listening: Ability to absorb, interpret, and accurately summarize information from meetings and stakeholder conversations. Drafting & Editing: Skill in writing professional, clear, and concise emails and reports. Presentation Skills: Comfort in compiling and delivering information during internal team meetings. Conflict Resolution: A professional and proactive approach to managing communication challenges and escalating issues appropriately. #GreenforLife #LI-Hybrid We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact myworkdayrecruitment@gflenv.com Current GFL Employees If you are an existing GFL employee and would like to search and apply to current job openings, please visit the internal GFL Jobs Hub. At the heart of GFL lies our greatest asset—our people. So, we're glad you landed here! We believe in great careers, making a positive impact on the environment and supporting our people with their life ambitions. We aspire to create the right jobs in a way that brings you along with us. At GFL, growth isn’t just for our business—it’s for our people. Because we see the potential in all our employees to do whatever it is they set their mind to, and we’re proud to support them in that journey. We consider our employees’ personal goals, helping them create the career, and life, that they desire—whether it’s advancing in their job, learning new skills, forming lasting relationships, or mentoring others, while having time to pursue other life ambitions. With safety and sustainability at the core of what we do, we all come together to form “Team Green”—united by our shared purpose to provide environmental solutions that enable our customers and the communities we serve to be Green For Life. We’re proud to say that working for GFL is more than a job. It’s an opportunity to make a difference and grow tremendously along the way. Regardless of the work we’re doing today, we’ve got our sights set on the big picture—not just tomorrow, but for life. GFL empowers those looking for growth in their career and lives, whether that's on our Field Operations teams or Professional Services teams. Field Operations – Our Field positions offer candidates across North America the potential for limitless growth and skill expansion as the front line of our organization, making them central to our company's vision of creating cleaner and more sustainable communities. Professional Services – Our Corporate positions located in key North American offices grow candidates to form strong client relations, manage key programs and accounts, and ensure our Field teams are operating at maximum efficiency.
