Project Manager - Toronto, Canada - University of Toronto

University of Toronto

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Toronto, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Date Posted
:
01/16/2023

Req ID
:
29304

Faculty/Division
:

University of Toronto Scarborough

Department
:

UTSC:
Facilities Management

Campus
:

University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC)

Position Number
:

About us
:

The University of Toronto Scarborough is a place of energy, enthusiasm and passion. Our commitment to inclusive excellence attracts the brightest learners, scholars and employees from around the globe.

Our success has been made possible by the opportunity given to us by our Indigenous hosts to operate on their territory, and we cherish our continuing partnerships with these communities.

The University of Toronto Scarborough is an exciting campus with unlimited potential. Join us on our journey.

In the Facilities Management department, we take pride in our buildings and grounds and provide a welcoming, service-oriented, clean and safe environment for our students, faculty and staff.

Our mission is to facilitate the Academic Mission of Excellence in Research and Teaching by providing a safe, clean, healthy, comfortable and sustainable environment for students, faculty staff and visitors.

Your opportunity
:

Working under the direction of the Director, Facilities Management and Capital Projects and closely with assigned clients, you will be the primary point person for assigned projects and be responsible for implementing all aspects and phases of construction projects from conception to completion with the goal of keeping projects on time and within budget.

Projects will range from Large New Construction Projects where the incumbent will form part of a project team to renewal projects where they will be acting in the role more autonomously.

Your responsibilities will include
:

Planning components of projects
Developing project schedules including milestones, critical path, timelines, deliverables and reporting
Developing or modifying project schedules to expedite and/or compress the critical path to meet timelines
Reviewing technical design documents prior to revision
Preparing detailed analysis on all aspects and phases of construction projects from conception to completion
Analyzing tender submissions
Costing shop level projects
Serving as a resource to others by providing (nonsupervisory) jobrelated guidance

Essential Qualifications
:

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Architecture or acceptable combination of equivalent experience.
Minimum five years' of related work experience in a construction industry overseeing a range of projects ranging in size and complexity, including some related experience in design and construction.
Demonstrated experience in managing construction projects, budget management and timelines.
Computer based project scheduling/management experience (e.g., MS Project) is required.
Working knowledge of CAD.
Strong computer skills including MS Word and Excel.
Superior verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Proven ability to respond to frequently changing priorities.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects within strict budgets and timeline constraints.
Applicants are expected to show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment.

Assets (Nonessential)
:

Project Management Professional (PMP) designation an asset.
Experience in project management for higher education.

To be successful in this role you will be
:

Accountable
Diligent
Organized
Persuasive
Problem solver
Resilient

NOTES
:

This is a one year term opportunity, from
March 25, 2023 to March 27, 2024.

A full job description is available upon request from the UTSC HR Office.

Closing Date
:
01/25/2023, 11:59PM ET

Employee Group
:

USW

Appointment Type
:

Budget - Term

Schedule
:

Full-Time

Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone
:

Job Category
:

Facilities/Ancilliary Services

**Lived Experience Statement