Project Manager - Kingston, Canada - City of Kingston

City of Kingston

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Kingston, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Opening Statement
We acknowledge that the City of Kingston is situated on traditional Anishinabeg (Ah
- nish-in-ah-beg), Haudenosaunee (Ho-den-o-show-nee) and Huron-Wendat (huron-wen-dat) territory and thank these nations for their care and stewardship over this shared land. Kingston is a smart, livable city in the heart of eastern Ontario. Its stable and diversified economy includes global corporations, innovative start-ups and all levels of government.

As staff, you play a pivotal role in enhancing people's lives by delivering exceptional, customer-centered services while working for an organization known for excellence and innovation.

Position Summary

The Project Manager, Transportation, is responsible for a range of duties and projects that support the development of and enhancements to the City's transportation systems through capital projects.

This position focuses on leading capital projects to construct and improve transportation infrastructure in the City's rights-of-way.

The position will review and direct the work of staff and consultants and oversee the planning, implementation and tracking of capital projects for the Transportation and Transit Services group.

This position analyzes the feasibility of and makes recommendations for the scope of infrastructure projects and leads the implementation of changes to or new infrastructure projects that are sustainable and meet the needs of all travel modes.

This position manages the design and implementation of infrastructure projects consistent with strategic plans for the Transportation & Transit group and other city departments and in support of the City's Official Plan, Kingston Transportation Master Plan (KTMP), and Active Transportation Master Plan (ATMP) and Council's priorities, to ensure the safe and efficient movement of pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists.

This position is accountable for identifying, prioritizing and addressing operational opportunities to optimize the existing transportation system. This includes transportation safety, intersection improvements, traffic signal timing changes, and traffic signal equipment upgrades.

This position will also plan for and conduct public engagement and work collaboratively with stakeholders on projects as part of the City's public engagement policies and the Ontario Environmental Assessment Act.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

SCOPE AND PLAN CAPITAL PROJECTS
Assess existing conditions, consult with stakeholders, review regulatory requirements and City policies

Determine project requirements, and develop project planning information including schedules, project budgets and preliminary cost estimates

MANAGE PROJECT DELIVERABLES AND PROJECT EXECUTION
Manage project execution in accordance with project plan including overseeing and updating related planning documents (work breakdown structures, project budgets, schedules, etc.)

Use measurement methods to monitor progress and adherence to project plan

Coordinate project deliverables and milestones including:1) Develop and manage procurements and contracts with various external parties

2) Prepare reports to City Council and Committees

3) Identify and secure project approvals

4) Plan for and conduct public engagement to support project goals and in adherence with City policies and regulatory requirements

Direct and oversee the work of project teams including internal staff and/or consultants to develop project documentation including conceptual and detailed design plans, project specifications, cost estimates, reports, etc.

Oversee project construction and manage project closeouts and commissioning, as well as transition of built infrastructure to operational departments/divisions

LEAD PROJECT TEAMS AND COORDINATE WITH STAKEHOLDERS AND AGENCIES

Identify and coordinate with project teams and stakeholders on projects and operational matters (including vendors, contracted services, internal departments, members of the public, regulatory/approval authorities, etc.)

Communicate with project teams and stakeholders on project progress

Collaborate and build connections with internal departments and external agencies and act as liaison, negotiator and facilitator working in tandem with other City departments to ensure project delivery is in alignment with various city and/or community plans and strategies

Ensure the customer perspective guides decisions and activities and use appropriate communication techniques to resolve customer issues

Facilitate or attend public, committee and council meetings as required

ACT AS A SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT AND PROVIDE TECHNICAL SUPPORT TO DEPARTMENT

Provide technical management and guidance to department for assigned projects, tasks and deliverables

Actively participate as a member of Transportation Systems team in developing and updating standards for infrastructure projects based on industry best practices and changing regulatory requirements, and with a focus on opportunities for