Architectural Project Management Team Manager

The salary range for this position is CAD $37.Why Fraser Health?

Fraser Health is the second largest health system in Canada with over 45,000 staff, medical staff and volunteers, and is the largest of five regional health authorities in British Columbia, providing hospital and community-based health services to nearly 2 million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley.
Join us on an exciting project and make history. The  Royal Columbian Hospital Redevelopment is a multi-year, multi-phase project to increase the hospital's capacity, beds and services.
RCH first opened in 1862, is a vital referral centre and regional centre of excellence for trauma, critical care, cardiac care, maternity, neonatal intensive care and neurosurgery. When the full redevelopment is complete, the people of British Columbia will have increased access to cardiac, trauma, mental health, maternity and NICU services and beds.
As a  Project Leader , you will oversee and support the planning, design and/or implementation of facilities projects including project planning, project management, communications, and contract management. You will provide leadership by directing work teams, contractors and consultants as needed on a project-by-project basis. This position is a junior position that reports to Project Managers and Senior Project Managers.
Your diverse background in project management and, architecture, engineering or construction will prepare you to use your creative skills in the planning, design and construction of a wide variety of health care infrastructure and facilities projects.
As Project Leader, your work may include the following:
Lead the planning and implementation of approved smaller or specialized projects from design to completion
Support Senior Project Managers with various administrative project management duties on large capital construction projects
Coordinate the process of design and contract preparation by liaising with clinical and project planners, consultants and various user groups for assigned projects
Review of working drawings for consistency with project scope, budget and project design schedule; review project charter, plans and objectives to maintain timelines and project deliverables
Create and carry out project plan according to project methodologies to ensure successful and coordinated completion of project components
Do you have these professional/technical capabilities?
~ Diploma in Architectural and Building Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related field, together with five (5) to seven (7) years' recent related experience managing, leading and directing facilities projects in a complex institutional environment.

Knowledge of capital project planning and implementation processes including design, construction and procurement within current standards, codes, bylaws and regulations.
Comprehensive knowledge of project management principles and methodologies.
This  Regular Full Time  opportunity will be based at  Royal Columbian Hospital Redevelopment Office, located in New Westminster, BC .
Effective October 26, 2021, all new hires to Fraser Health will need to have full COVID 19 vaccination (have received a full series of a World Health Organization “WHO” approved vaccine against infection by SARS-COV-2, or a combination of approved WHO vaccines). Please note this applies to all postings, and individual medical exemptions must be approved by the Provincial Health Officer.
We are committed to planetary health, we value diversity in the work force and seek to maintain an environment of Respect, Caring and Trust. 

The Project Leader is responsible for overseeing and supporting the planning, design and/or implementation of assigned smaller facilities projects and/or projects with a lower degree of complexity across Fraser Health (FH), including project planning, project management, communications, and contract management. Oversees assigned staff and provides leadership by directing work teams, contractors and consultants as needed on a project-by-project basis.
Manages the planning and implementation of approved small projects and/or enabling sub-projects from the initial planning and design stages through to implementation and completion; provides support by conveying policies and priorities, directing work and ensuring issues are resolved or escalated to appropriate level(s) to meet project deliverables and timelines. Oversees assigned staff as needed on a project-by-project basis.
# Functions as the single point of contact for assigned projects. with respect to project status, design and construction matters; provides frequent clear and concise reports to Facilities Management leadership and FH regarding ongoing issues, progress updates, challenges and opportunities.
# Carries out project plans according to established Facilities Management project methodologies and systems to ensure successful and coordinated completion of project components by facilitating consensus with stakeholders. Monitors project charter, plans, budget, scope, schedule, expenditures, client satisfaction and risks; reports on variances and impacts to deliverables, and makes recommendations to Facilities Management leadership to mitigate cost overruns, maintain adherence to allocated budgets and timelines, and ensure delivery of a successful project.
# Participates in and/or leads meetings throughout the project lifecycle; seeks input from stakeholders (physicians, staff, Infection Control, Housekeeping, external users, etc.) during all stages of the project. Attends and/or leads construction meetings to manage issues, problems, and schedules, and to direct activities as required; Provides input to project business plans and project charters as requested; performs analysis and develops solutions. Prepares planning and construction schedules to align with user needs and expectations.
# Documents current state and functional requirements to inform decision making by business units, Facilities Management and/or senior leadership within FH. Provides recommendations on options to improve the operation, efficiency and effectiveness of impacted business units.
# Coordinates planning, design and contract document preparation by liaising with clinical planners, equipment planners, design consultants and various user groups for assigned projects; reviews schematic designs, design development documents, and working drawings and specs for functionality, attainment of program/facility needs, adherence to technical standards and specifications, efficiency and cost-effectiveness of the design solution, consistency with best practices, energy & environmental sustainability, and building code compliance.
# for assigned projects; files and/or archives completed project materials in accordance with Facilities Management protocols.
# Participates in and provides input on consultant selection and project tendering; administers contracts and oversees performance to ensure that consultants and contractors complete on obligations and deliverables, and that corresponding payments are processed. Arranges for procurement of furniture and minor equipment required to implement projects.
# Liaises with Planning and Engineering Departments of municipalities in geographic areas supported by FH to obtain building and other required permits for assigned projects.
# Coordinates and/or advises on potential impacts of work activities affecting site operations; Identifies, communicates, and works with appropriate stakeholders to mitigate potential risk management issues.
# Monitors adherence to established safety, infection control and risk mitigation protocols by contractors and FH staff during project implementation; Leads and/or facilitates operational commissioning and any project-related decanting or moves; supports FH leaders in the identification and implementation of operational changes required for successful project completion.


Diploma in Architectural and Building Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related field, together with five (5) to seven (7) years' recent related experience managing, leading and directing facilities projects in a complex institutional environment, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Professional/Technical Capabilities:
Knowledge of capital project planning and implementation processes including design, construction and procurement within current standards, codes, bylaws and regulations.
Comprehensive knowledge of project management principles and methodologies.
Demonstrated ability to effectively manage planning, design and construction projects simultaneously.
Ability to supervise and provide direction to team members.
Demonstrated ability to identify, plan, organize, prioritize and implement projects in a timely manner.
Demonstrated ability to work within a dynamic project environment with changing priorities.
Ability to operate related equipment including related software applications.