Project Manager - Oshawa, Canada - City of Oshawa

City of Oshawa

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Oshawa, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

A progressive city of 187,800 people located just a short 30-minute drive from Toronto, the _
_City of Oshawa__ is one of Canada's fastest growing communities that is exceptionally positioned to live, work, learn and invest.

Its strategic pursuit of sustainable growth, excellent community service delivery and co-operative partnerships have enhanced its quality of life advantage, while maintaining a strong commitment to financial stewardship.

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Job Title:
Project Manager
Posting Number:004492

Department:
Safety and Facilities Services Department
Branch:Facilities Management Services

Location:
City Hall

Posting Start Date:2023/10/19
Posting End Date:2023/11/02 by 4:30pm

Employment Group:
Exempt
Salary Grade:P-$101,534 - $119,453 per annum
Standard Weekly
Hours of
Work
:36.25 Shift Work Required**:No

Reporting to the Manager, Capital and Technical Services, the Project Manager, is responsible for the coordinated management of multiple projects and is responsible for all aspects of the project from concept to completion (initiate, plan, execute, control and close).

This position is responsible for assembling the project team, assigning individual responsibilities, identifying appropriate resources needed and developing a schedule to ensure timely completion of the project.

Responsibilities

Manage and coordinate the project management function including, but not limited to, budgeting, resource allocation, stakeholder communication and site inspections over the entire project life cycle for all capital projects
Manage contractors and subtrades through regular meetings to ensure quality control, health and safety standards, contract compliance, project completion/review and warranty
Identify and implement risk management strategies through the lifecycle of the project
Manage project/contract administration including cost, schedule and change order control through ongoing monitoring and review against approved budget
Liaise with project stakeholders and provide project management services including developing scope of work, detailed design/drawings, coordination of client department needs, bid preparation and document/permit maintenance and approvals and assisting with consultant selection and management
Contribute to the overall success of the Branch by enhancing existing and identifying opportunities for new processes, artifacts, policies, procedures, and standards

Requirements:

Demonstrated knowledge and skills associated with the completion of a University Degree (4 years) in the field of Engineering, Architecture, Landscape Architecture or Environmental Planning/Management and a minimum seven (7) experience in construction project delivery and project management implementation and support
A Project Management Professional (PMP) designation and technical training in building sciences is an asset. Municipal experience and knowledge of municipal business processes and systems would be preferred
Experience and demonstrated ability to lead technical teams and projects
Facilitation skills to generate collaboration among crossfunctional teams and the ability to nurture working relationships with different levels of staff from various business areas
Extensive knowledge of project management processes and project methodologies specific to land development and construction in order to plan and deliver projects
Exceptional communication skills to write technical reports, make oral presentations, work with various City staff members, and to conduct business with industry leaders
Ability to understand and interpret engineering, architectural and other technical drawings and specifications for the purposes of accuracy, constructability and implementation
Management competencies including results/achievement focus, human resources management, leadership, financial management, business planning, decision making/judgement, representation and professionalism and job knowledge
Possession and maintenance of a valid, unrestricted Ontario Driver's Licence, minimum Class "G"

We would like to thank all applicants however, please note that only those selected to attend an interview will be contacted and all other applicants will be kept on file.

Applicants are advised that written, oral and practical testing may form part of the selection process.