Project Officer - Ottawa, Canada - Ottawa Catholic School Board

Ottawa Catholic School Board

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Ottawa, Canada

1 week ago

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Non-Affiliated Level 4

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Reporting to the Manager of Planning and Construction, and under the direction of a Project Coordinator (Mechanical/Electrical), the Project Officer (Mechanical/Electrical) is responsible for project planning, implementation, and execution of various renovations, alterations, and upgrades to Board Facilities.

They may also be assigned to undertake other duties as requested by the supervisor.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Contributes to an ongoing yearly portfolio of projects and helps prepare budgets for implementation under the direction of the Project Coordinator (Mechanical/Electrical)

Reviews existing site conditions and verifies requirements in order to develop project specific scopes of work

Consults with stakeholders, end-users, and technicians to identify project requirements and communicate impacts during construction

Prepares tender documents for the engagement of third party vendors, and oversees the performance of service contracts and work projects to ensure milestones and deliverables are completed

Engages in construction administration duties including site inspections, site meetings, shop drawing reviews, minutes of meetings, site instructions, progress reviews, invoicing and monthly billings, occupancy inspections and project closeout

Develops risk assessment and contingency plans for ongoing construction projects

Provides technical support for preventative maintenance service programs, and for the installation or relocation of portable classroom units

Develops and/or maintains energy conservation programs, ensuring technical obligations regarding health & safety, environmental, and local authority regulations are adhered to

Reviews and evaluates requests from schools in the M&E area

Submits documentation to regulatory agencies for issuance of permits (building, inspection, ESA, plumbing, etc.)

Maintains a computerized inventory of mechanical/electrical systems and updates school/facility drawings, property records, and relevant codes and regulations, and provides review input to drawings by external consultants

Coordinates environmental testing to update Designated Substance Reports and reinforces safe working practices to comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act

Liaises with consultants, contractors, school officials and suppliers as required

Completes departmental administrative responsibilities and other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills:
Degree or Diploma in a mechanical and/or electrical engineering field

Five years of related work experience

Knowledge of Building, Electrical, and Fire Codes, HVAC controls, and ASHRAE standards

Competency in mechanical/electrical drafting, and an understanding of institutional building technology and related building codes and by-laws

Proficiency with Google Suite, MS Word, Excel, MS Project and AutoCAD

Good communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

A valid driver's licence and use of a personal vehicle

This is a full time (1.0 FTE) permanent position with a salary range of $81,639 - $88,555. The anticipated start date of this position will be as soon as the recruitment process is complete. A comprehensive employee benefits and pension package is provided.

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About the Ottawa Catholic School Board

The Ottawa Catholic School Board (OCSB) is located in Ottawa, Ontario. As Canada's capital city, Ottawa ranks among the world's most desirable cities to call home. We have a small-town feel with a big-city presence and a population of just over a million people.

The OCSB proudly serves over 48,000 students in 89 schools. We offer an education that respects all faiths' universal values and is grounded in Catholic principles. We foster innovation to inspire Deep Learning so that all can realize their full potential. We offer a collaborative work environment, fulfilling careers, and the opportunity to make a difference in our students' lives.

The Ottawa Catholic School Board acknowledges that the land on which our schools are located is the traditional unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishinabek Peoples.

We extend our respect to all First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples for their valuable past and present contributions to this land.