RAJAI REFAI
Toronto,ON
Summary
Project Coordinator with extensive experience managing multidisciplinary projects across Canada and internationally. Expertise in coordinating cross-functional teams, optimizing processes, and implementing innovative solutions. Demonstrated success in delivering projects on time and within budget while ensuring high-quality standards. Proficient in Agile methodologies, budgeting, CPM scheduling, and stakeholder engagement, with a focus on sustainability and compliance.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Coordinator
PALMITECH GROUP - SOLAR AND ENERGY ENGINEERING
Toronto
04.2022 - Current
- Coordinated over $2.4 million in solar energy projects across Canada and West Africa, leading to an 80% revenue increase within two years.
- Directed Agile ceremonies and acted as Scrum Master for five concurrent teams, improving forecasting accuracy by 15%, and reducing delivery timelines by 10%.
- Designed and implemented an EVA-based performance system that improved task visibility and accountability across departments.
- Verified drawing compliance to meet all required safety, quality, and municipal code standards, ensuring regulatory approval, and enhancing project delivery efficiency.
- Led the stakeholder communication strategy that improved partner satisfaction ratings by 17%, focusing on compliance reporting and milestone updates.
- Drafted technical construction documentation in AutoCAD and BIM for solar PV systems, enabling error-free installations and 100% compliance with local regulations.
Director of Equity
STUDENT UNION BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Toronto
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Managed $160,000 event and programming budget, boosting campus event attendance by 24% via strategic scheduling and inclusive outreach.
- Designed and led workshops addressing discrimination, sexual violence, and diversity, resulting in adoption of 3 new institutional policies.
- Established 6 interdepartmental committees (anti-racism, LGBTQ+, First Nations, etc.), aligning board strategy with student feedback.
- Increased community engagement by 20% through data-driven initiatives and regular stakeholder reporting.
Construction Project Team Lead
A1 ROOFING AND GREAT TRADE
Toronto
01.2017
- Oversaw 15 roofing and construction projects valued at $1.8M+ annually, with consistent on-time, under-budget delivery.
- Reduced meeting durations by 30% and increased communication efficiency through optimized project documentation and agile communication systems.
- Achieved 7% profitability growth in FY 2018 by leading risk audits and process overhauls across procurement, project execution, and maintenance.
- Secured a 10% cost saving by renegotiating contracts with vendors while maintaining quality standards.
- Improved operational uptime by 15%, preventing 20+ unscheduled repairs monthly through proactive team coordination.
Education
B.B.A. - Energy Management
Yorkville University
Advanced Diploma - Construction Engineering Technology
George Brown College
Skills
- Project coordination: Agile/Scrum master, schedules, budgeting, CPM, EVA, risk mitigation, procurement, Microsoft Project
- Construction and renewable energy: site coordination, safety management (OSHA), constructability reviews, risk assessment, permit compliance, schedule management (Primavera P6, MS Project), stakeholder buy-in, and deadline adherence
- Technical proficiency: JIRA, MS Project, Revit, AutoCAD, BIM 360, Trello, and Navisworks
- Strategic planning: grant writing, funding applications, policy advocacy, workflow optimization
Certification
PMP Certification - Project Management Institute / George Brown College
Timeline
Project Coordinator
PALMITECH GROUP - SOLAR AND ENERGY ENGINEERING
04.2022 - Current
Construction Project Team Lead
A1 ROOFING AND GREAT TRADE
01.2017
Director of Equity
STUDENT UNION BOARD OF DIRECTORS
01.2014 - 01.2015
B.B.A. - Energy Management
Yorkville University
Advanced Diploma - Construction Engineering Technology
George Brown College
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