Project Lead - Terrace
1 day ago
Job description
Company DescriptionThe City of Terrace is the largest community in the Regional District of Kitimat-Stikine, serving approximately 12,299 residents.
Situated in Northwestern BC, Terrace is a hub for business and transportation due to its proximity to deep water ports, rail service, and an a regional airport.
The city boasts a small-town atmosphere within a temperate coastal climate, surrounded by the scenic Skeena River Valley and Coast Mountains.
Role DescriptionThe Project Lead role is a full-time, 3-year term, on-site position located in Terrace, BC.
The Project Lead will oversee project coordination, manage timelines, ensure adherence to budgets, and liaise with stakeholders to achieve Municipal Capital Project objectives.
Key responsibilities include setting goals, conducting risk assessments, resolving project challenges, and ensuring compliance with municipal standards and practices.This role requires a proactive approach to planning, leadership in managing cross-functional teams, and effective communication with internal departments and community partners.
Leads and assists in the development of project scopes, budgets, schedules and other planning.Assists in the development of 5-year capital plans and corporate strategic planning.
Monitors expenditures against approved budgets and takes appropriate action to maintain a balanced project budgets.
Acts as the Contract Administrator on select projects.
Inspects capital project construction activities as required.
Leads and assists in communication, outreach, and engagement activities to keep internal and external stakeholders involved and informed on assigned projects.
Applies for applicable project grants and ensures all applicable grant requirements and reporting obligations are met.Assists in the procurement of goods and services in accordance with the City's Purchasing Policy.
Ensures cost effectiveness related to capital spending.
Prepares clear and concise reports to management, senior administration and Council related to recommendations on options or approval of capital projects.
Attends internal and external meetings, acting as a City representative in a professional capacity; analyzes and advises on capital implementation processes; receives public and professional input; explains City policies; and prepares related summaries, reports and correspondence.
Liaises with third-party entities such as utility providers, Ministries, and regulatory authorities to seek and satisfy permit and reporting requirements.
Maintains meaningful relationships with stakeholders through regular reporting and communication using strong verbal, written, and presentation skills to support timely progress of projects.
Ensures compliance with established safety practices, and the health, safety and well-being of internal staff and external stakeholders associated with assigned projects.
Responds to public enquiries or complaints.Provides functional guidance to Engineering Technologists (Tech I & II) and summer student's as required
Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.
Qualifications
Two-year technical school diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering;
Minimum five years' related experience; municipal experience is an asset;
Ability to prepare, interpret and apply blueprints, drawings, specifications, standards and regulations;
Strong working knowledge of Engineering design principals and standards;
Ability to analyze complex situations and determine appropriate courses of action;
Knowledge of procurement practices and processes;
Ability to maintain clear, complete, and organized field notes, inspection reports, review notes, and record drawings;
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Power Point, Word);
Strong organizational skills, with the ability to independently prioritize tasks and assignments;
Ability to deal effectively with co-workers, contractors and the public in a professional manner;
Strong written and oral communication skills;
PMP or Certified MMCD Contract Administrator designation is considered an asset;
Valid Class 5 B.C. Driver's Licence;
The above statement is a general description of the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.
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