PROJECT MANAGER CS (Multi Million Dollar New Build Construction)

Job ID: 53961
Job Category: Project Management
Division & Section: Corporate Real Estate Management, FM Project Management Office
Work Location: Metro Hall, 55 John Street
Job Type & Duration: Full-time, Temporary (24 Months)
Salary: $103,431.00 - $155,216.00
Shift Information: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week
Affiliation: Non-Union
Number of Positions Open: 2
Posting Period: 09-Apr-2025 to 30-Apr-2025

Job Description:

Reporting to the Manager, Major Capital Construction Projects, the Project Manager CS (Multi Million Dollar New Build Construction) will be responsible for the effective management of major construction, renovation, and alteration projects and programs.

Major Responsibilities:

Implements detailed plans and recommends policies/procedures regarding program specific requirements.
Manages a multidisciplinary team of contractors and consultants to effectively implement major complex construction projects, building renovations and alterations.
Manages assigned projects ensuring effective teamwork and communication, high standards of work quality and organizational performance.
Co-ordinates all documentation, including all correspondence from architects, engineers, building inspectors, and contractors.
Inspects and supervises work in progress by consultants, contractors and department staff ensuring that all work is executed in accordance with relevant legislation and approved contract documents, project drawings and specifications.
Assists in the resolution of delay claims and disputes that may arise through the execution of construction activities.
Secures approvals from various regulating and government agencies to enable projects to proceed (i.e. site plan approvals, planning, re-zoning and Committee of Adjustment applications, permits etc.).
Reviews assessments conducted with client groups in order to ensure that capital requirements are addressed accordingly during the budget cycle.
Prepares pre-qualification documents to ensure that qualified bidders are able to meet the Corporation's accepted standards for specialized major projects.
Assist in the evaluation of the tender documents and consultant proposals and participate in the review panel that make recommendations for Council approval.
Provides input into and administers assigned budgets, ensuring that expenditures are controlled and maintained within approved budget limitations.
Assists senior project management team in developing strategic policies and programs to meet the long term needs of the Major Capital Project, Corporate Real Estate Management (CREM) team.
Coordinates and reports on cost control and provides assistance in the preparation of the Project or Section's budget accordingly.
Compiles, analyzes and correlates data and prepares reports, briefing notes and studies for submission to management and/or council on project related matters.
Collects, maintains and analyzes data in cost control and capital variance reports.
Develops business cases related to staff resource requirements, financial and operational plans.
Acts as a liaison with other, Corporate Services divisions, monitors schedules, and maintains accurate records of budget and resources.
Confirms detailed and timely reports, records, schedules, monthly status reports, initiates correction of variances, as required by the Manager.
Manages, make recommendations, tracks the preparation of, and archives the award of Contracts.
Liaises with other Divisional Sections, CREM for coordination of capital plan implementation.
Assists the Senior Project Manager with communications strategy and resource allocation for new capital requests.
Prepares project GANTT schedules in MS Project and tracks progress, resource management and cost associated with base line and provides monthly updates and associated reports.
Monitors all client initiated requests for services and provides customer services accordingly.
Develops and implements database to track project warranties and coordinates with other interdepartmental divisions and agencies.

Key Qualifications:

University degree in construction management, project management, architecture, engineering, or the equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience required.
Considerable project management experience in construction management, as well as on-site experience in the management of new greenfield / brownfield construction and renovation projects.
Considerable experience in leading complex projects, including developing and implementing formal project plans, managing deliverables and developing program schedules and risk mitigation plans.
Considerable experience with construction management practices, planning, monitoring, scheduling, budgeting, cost control and stakeholder management, quality control and reporting.
Considerable experience managing major multi-million-dollar, multi-disciplinary capital construction, projects and resources in a large functional public organization.
Experience in the preparation of "Order of Magnitude" and "Definitive" cost estimates.
Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and have had past experience in managing large organizational consultant and contractor groups.
Highly developed analytical, conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills to deal effectively with staff, political representatives, consultants, contractors and the public.
A thorough knowledge of construction techniques, materials, life cycle costing, principles and practices related to new building construction.
Ability to interpret architectural, mechanical, electrical and structural drawings and specifications.
Comprehensive knowledge of related policies, Acts, Codes and legislation including the Ontario Building Code, National and Provincial Fire Codes, Technical Standards Safety Authority (TSSA), Construction Standards Association, Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems, Human Rights Code, Employment Standards Act (ESA), Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and other related legislation.
Working knowledge in MS Word and PowerPoint, intermediate level in MS Project, intermediate level in Excel.
Project Manager Professional (PMP) or PMI-CP, and/or Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certifications/designation are considered assets.
Must possess and maintain valid Province of Ontario Class "G" driver's license and access to a personal vehicle for site visits.

Notes:

Applicants will be required to take a one (1) hour in person pre-qualification test at the office location noted as the base location.
Applicants are required to demonstrate in their resume that their qualifications match those specified in the job posting.
This position is eligible for the "Remote Work Policy – Hybrid Work". In a hybrid work arrangement, employees are expected to work a minimum of two (2) to three (3) days per week at their City work location and the remainder of the week from their remote work location, in accordance with the City’s Hybrid Work Program. Arrangements are to be flexible and reasonable while considering operational requirements.

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