Project Coordinator, Open Space Planning

5 days ago

Edmonton, Canada City of Edmonton Full time

**Project Coordinator, Open Space Planning & Design**

**Job Number***:
**46870**

Are you passionate about the growth, renewal and protection of Edmonton’s open spaces? Do you have a project coordination or management background with keen interest in developing these skills? Do you imagine yourself supporting the community and business partners to bring their goals and projects to life?

The City of Edmonton continues to build, revitalize, activate and protect our open spaces. We are looking for a Project Coordinator to help us plan and design our open spaces.

With a focus on the City of Edmonton’s Cultural Commitments to Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent, you will:

- Prepare budget estimates and schedules and monitor adherence to budget, schedule and scope for open space capital projects
- Review preliminary drawings and reports
- Ensure compliance with technical specifications, contract documents and regulatory requirements
- Provide project management oversight and guide community partners in the successful management of their project, in accordance with the City of Edmonton policies, procedures and processes
- Liaise with the business partner throughout the project
- Lead or support a team in the public engagement process and implementation
- Prepare project documentation per the project management methodology, policies and processes and other requirements
- Develop, evaluate and recommend options for effective and cost beneficial solutions
- Prepare and execute consulting agreements
- In collaboration with the team members, issue contemplated changes and change orders, and track change management
- Track and monitor costs and report on project variances
- Recommend and implement mitigation strategies for contractual changes in scope, schedule or budget
- Ensure the project abides by any applicable City of Edmonton Occupational Health and Safety Standards and Guidelines and environmental regulations and requirements
- Perform other related duties as required

**Qualifications**:

- Completion of a degree in a related field such as Urban and Regional Planning, Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Engineering, Applied Science or Project Management and a minimum of two (2) years directly related experience in project management for infrastructure planning, design, construction or an area of specialization related to parks and open space planning and design

**OR**
- Completion of a Diploma in a related field such as Urban and Regional Planning, Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Engineering, Applied Science or Project Management and a minimum of four (4) years directly related experience in project management for infrastructure planning, design, construction or an area of specialization related to parks and open space planning and design
- Coursework or training in project coordination or project management is an asset
- Solid understanding of construction processes related to architectural, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and landscaping disciplines is required
- Strong project coordination skills including an understanding of project management methods and techniques (PMBOK best practices)
- Demonstrated experience working with multi-disciplinary teams in the delivery of projects related to open space planning and design
- Proven planning, organizational and problem solving skills
- Experience supporting public engagement processes
- Conflict resolution and negotiation skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated ability and willingness to develop strong relationships and work in a collaborative, integrated manner
- Experience working with external consultants and contractors
- Working knowledge of relevant codes, legislation, regulations, policies and procedures (OH&S, Environmental, Builders Lien Act, etc.)
- Demonstrate alignment with the Cultural Commitments of Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent, fostering an environment for others to do the same. For more information on the City’s Cultural Commitments, please visit edmonton.ca/our-culture
- Demonstrate the foundational competencies, key behaviours and attributes of the City’s six leadership competencies: Courage, Inclusivity, Values-Based Influencer, Collaborative Networker, Systems Thinker and Creative Innovator. For more information on the City’s leadership competencies, please visit edmonton.ca/our-culture
- Applicants may be tested

**_ Up to 1 temporary, full-time position for up to 18 months in accordance with Article 18.02 of the Collective Agreement_**

**Hours of Work**: 33.75 hours per week, Monday - Friday. Note: This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite as per the Letter of Understanding between the City of Edmonton and Civic Service Union 52.

The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made

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