Acquisitions Project Coordinator - Dartmouth, Canada - Halifax Regional Municipality

Halifax Regional Municipality

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Dartmouth, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Posting- Reporting to the Manager, Client & Project Management Services the Acquisitions Project Coordinator is responsible to support the delivery of assigned land acquisition projects in accordance with HRM Transaction Policy and Client & Project Management Services Operating Principles. The Acquisitions Project Coordinator will manage the preparation of research, analysis and recommendation information required by the Project Managers to deliver on land requirements for our clients.-
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible to support the Client & Project Management Services Team for the comprehensive delivery of concurrent projects.
Coordinate Real Estate Officer scope of work and schedule on a project by project basis.
Coordinate the preparation of procurement requests for services and support the Project Managers in scope, schedule and cost management of consultants.
Coordinate the preparation of agreements of purchase and sale, delegated authority reports, project briefing notes and Key Performance Indicators to senior management, standing committees and Regional Council.
Support the Project Managers in the research and analysis of client land requirements. Using industry best practices and communication skills, participate in the decisions for internal or external resourcing recommendations to meet client requirements as well as manage project stakeholder expectations. For example they may on occasion be required to provide technical research, analysis and recommendation influence for the Project Manager or Manager, Client & Project Management Services at senior management meetings.
Make decisions on the land acquisition component scope of work, schedule and budget management plans, supporting the infrastructure project, by developing those plans, keeping them up to date, recommending changes as needed, and providing quarterly reports throughout the life of the land acquisition component.
Develop and maintain communication management plans including development and distribution of audience appropriate project updates for Business Unit Clients and key stakeholders.
Consider and recommend on performance excellence in the delivery of services through the Client & Project Management Services Program to ensure HRM processes are in alignment with industry best practices and Business Unit needs are being met.
Coordinate quality assurance on C&PMS deliverables, ensuring they have been reviewed and approved by key stakeholders, comply with the HRM Transaction Policy, and industry best practice.
Utilize collaboration, motivation guidance/coaching skills with real estate officers and consultants on a projectbyproject basis in order to maintain high levels of performance for assignment deliverables.
Participate on CRE new hire interview panels on occasion.
Ensure high standards of professional conduct during all phases of the project through to completion, promoting civic pride, a strong client service delivery orientation, and ensuring that high performance standards of project management and stakeholder satisfaction levels are achieved.
May perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Postsecondary diploma in Business Administration, Land Use Planning, Construction Management, Engineering Technician/Technologist (Architectural, Industrial or Certified) or other related discipline is required.
PMP designation or other comparable project management experience, training or practical experience will be considered. and progressive experience in project management and delivery, contract management, and financial management of project budgets is required.
Strong computer skills with MS Office suite including MS Project or similar Project Management software required.

Technical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities:

Knowledge of the Project Management Book of Knowledge (PMBOK) specifically in project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring and closing;
Knowledge of municipal real estate practices and procedures;
Strong skills in collaborating and organizing;
Strong writing skills;
Knowledge and awareness of occupational health, safety and environmental regulations, statutes and practices;
Ability to interpret survey plans, site plans, and project design drawings issued for review and for construction;
General knowledge of procurement methods;
Demonstrated knowledge of information technology systems such as road corridor acquisition planning and implementation software and land inventory tracking systems.

Security Clearance Requirements:
Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening check

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COMPETENCIES:

Valuing Diversity, Analytical Thinking, Communications, Customer Service, Decision Making, Managing Change, Networking/Relationship Building, Organizational Awareness, Organizing & Planning, Teamwork & Cooperation.

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WORK STATUS: Permanent, full-time

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