Project Manager - Burnaby, Canada - British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)

British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)

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Burnaby, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

BCIT's
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Campus Planning and Facilitiesdepartment is currently seeking a regular,
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full-time (1.0

FTE

) Project Manager. Project Services activities are undertaken to advance BCIT's strategic educational vision and to support facility renewal objectives. The division is responsible for the delivery of projects on BCIT campus lands, with an emphasis on the efficient utilization of assets and sustainable practices.- A key objective of this position is to deliver general construction projects to its clients and stakeholders on time, on budget, and within scope and quality. The scope of the projects includes both renovation and new buildings and varies in complexity and size. As a member of the Facilities Management Team, this position leads a team of Senior Project Coordinators and liaises with all functions within the Facilities team.
Duties & Responsibilities

DUTIES

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RESPONSIBILITIES:

Project Management

Implement approved project plans from conception to completion and ensures they meet the requirements of the Ministry of Advanced Education and BCIT.
Ensure projects are developed to the meet the maintenance and operational needs; and requirements for the specific sites.
Working with the Project Services Division (PSD) team, develop processes and procedures relating to the delivery of projects in respect to new construction, upgrades, tenant improvements, system renewals(HVAC & electrical), civil works, life safety system upgrades, data and communication infrastructure upgrades, and other related services. Prepare estimates, project budgets, set project schedules, review of technical documents, making recommendations to Senior Management as required.
Manage the project milestones and performance metrics in relation to deliverables and established targets. Confirm the validity of project estimations and assumptions at key milestones, and manage the project budget to ensure that it is within the allocated funding.
Reviews deliverables across projects and manage scope and mitigate risks across projects.
Maintain accurate project files and progress reports and regularly update. Alerts the Senior Project Manager to potential problems as the project progresses and makes adjustments to the plans and budgets accordingly.
Ensure that deficient work is completed in a timely manner on all projects; asbuilt drawings, operating and maintenance manuals, warranties and master plans are completed and delivered in a timely manner.
Manage the daytoday operational and tactical aspects of multiple projects, including those being coordinated by Project Coordinators.
Conduct construction site visits on all projects to ensure progress and compliance with schedules and standards.
Manage agreements and meets all requirements (including ongoing progress and financial reporting requirements) associated with the deliverables of projects.
In consultation with others, establish a capital plan to ensure an optimum match between expertise and human resources requirements for projects.
Oversee the accuracy of information in the project management system/database.
Lead key building retrofit/building recommissioning projects from conception to completion.

Leadership

Develop project plans, secure resources, and assign work to team members.
Manage and oversee the project work of Project Coordinators to ensure that they receive the direction and guidance to implement their projects within budget and on schedule.
Provide guidance to the Project Coordinators and clerical staff in preparing tender packages, reviewing the tenders and making recommendations for the award of contracts.
Involve all BCIT key staff and clients at various stages of a project by way of Technical Reviews or review of the project during critical stages in construction.
Oversee the performance and development of staff. Provide direction, establishes employee development programs and coaching/mentoring practices that promote individual and team competence, productivity, safety and customer focused solutions. Probationary and annual performance reviews are scheduled and conducted.
Provide direction and leadership to project staff and other employees involved in this area, consistent with policies and procedures of the Institute.
Facilitate opportunities for networking and information sharing between faculty, staff, and administration involved in construction project management and delivery in order to ensure the development of best practices.
Act as the lead Project Leader for key sustainable building projects, coordinating multidisciplinary teams of engineers, contractors, technicians and architects.

Customer Service, Alliance, and Liaison

Liaise with BCIT staff on progress of project work and with their educational, maintenance or operational concerns.
Consult with internal stakeholders, regulatory bodies, consultants, contractors, external stakeholder and service providers.