Project Manager - Winnipeg, Canada - City of Winnipeg

City of Winnipeg

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Winnipeg, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Under the direction of the Senior Transit Planner, the Project Manager - Transit Infrastructure, provides leadership and guidance in the execution of projects and initiatives through an integrated multi-disciplinary team approach that strives for innovation, excellence and efficiency.

Projects may include, but are not limited to planning, design, and construction, installation, or implementation of bus stops, bus shelters, wayfinding infrastructure, informational signage, transit priority measures, rapid transit infrastructure, and other related projects and programs, especially those related to the Winnipeg Transit Master Plan.

This position will also work collaboratively with other departments to provide design review and advice related to integrating roadway and active transportation infrastructure with Transit projects and priorities.

This position will manage projects throughout the project's life-cycle and ensuring effective teamwork and communication, high standards of work quality and organizational performance, and continuous learning.

The Project Manager - Transit Infrastructure, will initiate, lead, facilitate, coordinate, and provide direction, monitoring and oversight activity for the projects assigned and ensure that the benefits of the investment are realized in an efficient and effective manner.

This position is expected to develop and maintain strong relationships with project stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

The Project Manager - Transit Infrastructure will work with the Project Sponsor to plan, deliver and transfer the project to the Business Owner.

As the Project Manager - Transit Infrastructure
you will:

Provide project management expertise and guidance to the Department to successfully complete and/or implement projects and departmental initiatives, while achieving the benefits of the investment.
Develop and manage the procurement process which includes solicitation and contract administration tasks.
Manage the Design Management process.
Develop Business Cases and Investment Strategies per the Investment Planning Manual.
Coordinate and oversee the Project Turnover process.

Your education and qualifications include:

Bachelor Degree in a related field such as Commerce, Engineering, Architect, or Finance or an acceptable equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. P.Eng is required for these projects.
Experience working with transportation design standards and guidelines in a Canadian context, such as the standards and guidelines produced by the Transportation Association of Canada, Institute of Transportation Engineers, National Association of City Transportation Officials, along with the Winnipeg Accessible Design Standard and the Accessibility for Manitobans Act including the Accessibility Standard for Transportation required.
Postsecondary education in Project Management would be desirable.
Attainment of a Project Management Professional (PMP) designation/Prince II certification and certification in Asset Management, and ADKAR Change Management Certification at the time of hire is desirable. Applicants who have not yet attained these certifications are required to obtain within a 6year timeframe.
Successful completion of the associated professional designations in addition to the education listed above is considered an asset including obtaining a P.Eng.
Certificate in Quality Management is considered an asset.
Valid Manitoba Class 5 Driver's Licence.
Five to eight (58) years of experience related to the duties listed above in Project Delivery, preferably in a Public Sector environment.
Knowledge in the industry sector that is applicable to the department that position will reside in.
Previously demonstrated success in leading projects including change initiatives, navigating complex environments and influencing desirable outcomes through positive and collaborative relationship management.
Experience with supervision and management of design consultants and contractors
Excellent organizational and time management skills in order to be flexible and responsive to changing priorities and circumstances as well as ability to work on diverse projects simultaneously in stressful and fast paced environment.
Supervisory experience including planning, organizing, directing, motivating and managing professional and administrative staff.
Previous experience managing and leading projects including organizing, coordinating, planning, and maintaining schedules and controlling a large number of projects.
Excellent analytical, problemsolving and decisionmaking skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of staff, stakeholders and the general public.
Demonstrated ability and experience with Microsoft Office Suite including experience with Project Management Systems such as Microsoft Project or similar software.
Demonstrated commitment towa