Project Coordinator - Winnipeg, Canada - City of Winnipeg

City of Winnipeg

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Winnipeg, Canada

1 week ago

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Description

Under the direction of the Water Treatment Operations Engineer, the Project Coordinator provides leadership and guidance in the execution of procurement and maintenance projects and initiatives through an integrated multi-disciplinary team approach that strives for innovation, excellence and efficiency.

The Project Coordinator will work on projects relating to procurement and maintenance activities associated with Shoal Lake Intake, the Shoal Lake Aqueduct, the Greater Winnipeg Water District Railway, the Deacon Water Treatment Plant & Booster Pumping Station, two branch aqueducts, Tache Booster Pumping Station, the three in City Pumping Stations and Reservoirs (McPhillips Station, Hurst Station and MacLean Station), public water outlets and pressure monitoring stations in the interest of supporting delivery of safe, efficient and reliable Water Treatment and Supply service to the City of Winnipeg.

Projects may include, but are not limited to operating projects, including planning, design, consultant and/or contractor selection, contract administration, budgeting, start-up and turnover.

The Project Coordinator will also provide information and advice on capital upgrade projects.

This position will manage projects throughout the project's life-cycle and ensuring effective teamwork and communication, high standards of work quality and organizational performance, and continuous learning.

The Project Coordinator will, depending on the size, scope, and complexity of the initiative/project, lead, facilitate, coordinate, and provide direction, monitoring and oversight activity for the projects assigned and ensure that the benefits of the investment are realized in an efficient and effective manner.

This position is expected to develop and maintain strong relationships with project stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

As the _Project Coordinator_
_ _you will**:

Provide project management expertise and guidance to the Department to successfully complete and/or implement projects and departmental initiatives, while achieving the benefits of the investment.
Develop and manage the procurement process which includes solicitation and contract administration tasks.
Develop Business Cases per the investment planning manual.
Coordinate the Design Management process.
Coordinate the Project Turnover process.
Administer project schedules
Perform other related duties consistent with the classification, as required.

Your education and qualifications include:

Bachelor Degree in a related field such as Commerce, Engineering, Architect, or Finance or an acceptable equivalent combination of education, training, and experience including a Technologist Diploma from a recognized Institute of Technology.
Postsecondary education in Project Management would be desirable.
Attainment of a Project Management Professional (PMP) designation/Prince II certification and certification in Asset Management, and ADKAR at the time of hire is desirable. Applicants who have not yet attained these certifications are required to obtain within a 6year timeframe.
Successful completion of the associated professional designations in addition to the education listed above is considered an asset including obtaining a P.Eng., C.E.T/A.Sc.

T, MRAIC, CMA, CGA, CA, or CPA.

Certificate in Quality Management is considered an asset.
35 years of experience related to the duties listed above in Project Delivery, preferably in a Public Sector environment.
Knowledge in the industry sector that is applicable to the department that the position will reside in.
Previous success in leading projects including change initiatives, navigating complex environments and influencing desirable outcomes through positive and collaborative relationship management.
Experience with supervision and management of design consultants and contractors
Excellent organizational and time management skills in order to be flexible and responsive to changing priorities and circumstances as well as ability to work on diverse projects simultaneously in stressful and fast paced environment.
Previous experience managing and leading projects including organizing, coordinating, planning, and maintaining schedules and controlling a large number of projects.
Knowledge of financial management and reporting skills including ability to prepare and track project budgets, and expenses.
Excellent analytical, problemsolving and decisionmaking skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of staff, stakeholders and the general public.
Demonstrated ability and experience with Microsoft Office Suite including experience with Project Management Systems such as Microsoft Project or similar software.
Demonstrated commitment towards continuous learning, growth and the achievement of high performance.
Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to maintain relations with consul