Project Manager - Edmonton, Canada - City of Edmonton

City of Edmonton

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Edmonton, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Description

Project Manager

Job Number:

47604

The Building Great Neighborhoods Branch and the Neighbourhood Renewal Program are the building blocks of a great city, and invest in reconstructing neighborhoods to enhance their livability and longevity.

The mandate of the Branch is to provide a fully integrated and holistic approach to planning, designing and delivery of complete streets, street lighting, open spaces, low impact development and other neighborhood amenities.

As a member of the Neighborhoods Planning and Design team in the Building Great Neighborhoods Branch, you will be responsible for the project management activities for the planning and design of transportation and parks projects through the development of concept and preliminary designs; including roads, alleys, transit and active transportation projects, as well as park and open space projects.

This is a great opportunity to shape the face of Edmonton one neighborhood at a time

Working in an integrated business model, here are the key responsibilities of the Project Manager position:

Project Management and Execution:

Manage the planning and design for infrastructure projects including operational/strategic initiatives, resource and financial management
Define the project goals, objectives and planned deliverables in order to fulfill the requirements of the Project Owners and Project Sponsors
Manage, monitor and report project milestones through detailed plans and schedules, ensuring the project is on budget, on schedule, and within the defined scope and quality
Perform all activities related to thorough risk management for all projects
Document all project activities in accordance with the Project Management methodology, City policies, processes and procedures, as well as regulatory and legislative requirements

Public and Stakeholder Management:

Develop and steward relationships that support the success of the projects
Develop and implement robust public/stakeholder engagement processes and activities, working in collaboration with Communications & Engagement
Respond and/or manage responses to all project inquiries Chair and/or participate in projectrelated meetings, including liaison/steering committee meetings

Organizational Alignment and Continuous Improvement:

Contribute to the design, implementation and continuous improvement of project management processes and practices
Operate with a high degree of influence and effectiveness, achieved through collaboration and maximizing the contribution of all stakeholders
Contribute to and uphold a positive public image and culture

Leadership:

Lead multidisciplinary teams consisting of consultants, business partners and stakeholders
Foster a culture of collaboration and networking among project team members, across the corporation and beyond
Mentor and coach team members in a manner that fosters a culture of growth, development and continuous improvement
Monitor team member engagement and implement action plans as necessary

Administrative:

Document all project activities in accordance with the Project Management methodology, City policies, processes and procedures, as well as regulatory and legislative requirements
Manage the procurement and contract processes, review of proposals/bids, and make recommendations for acceptance
Guide and coordinate the work of consultants and contractors

Safety Management:

Ensure the project abides by any applicable City of Edmonton Occupational Health and Safety Standards and Guidelines
In situations where contractors perform services on behalf of the City, be responsible for selecting the appropriate prime contractor management approach for the project
Develop the project level safety plan, implement and enforce for each project

Qualifications:

Completion of a Bachelor's Degree in a related field such as Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Communications & Engagement, Urban Planning, Recreation Administration, Business or Project Management and a minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible project management experience OR
Diploma in a related field such as Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Communications & Engagement, Urban Planning, Recreation Administration, Business or Project Management and a minimum of eight (8) years of progressively responsible project management experience
Strong project management skills including an understanding of project management methods and techniques (PMBOK best practices)
Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams in the delivery of projects
Proven planning, organizational and problem solving skills
Demonstrated understanding of planning and design related to transportation, utilities, Low Impact Development and open space infrastructure
Experience developing and implementing public engagement processes
Strong conflict resolution and negotiation skills with experience in solving complex and sensitive issues
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