Project Manager I

**Project Manager I**: At Halton Region, we treat everyone with respect, honesty, fairness and trust. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the diverse population we serve. Halton Region is committed to providing accommodation to individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. **As an employer of choice, Halton Region recognizes the many benefits of hybrid work arrangements including flexibility and better work-life balance for our employees. This position is eligible for our Hybrid Work Program.** **Posting ID**: 3392 **Department**: Corporate Services **Division**: Capital Construction & Realty **Pay Range**: 77,641 -$103,521 **Job Type**: Contract > 1 Year **Contract Duration**: 1 year **Hours of Work**: 35 hours per week **Work Location**: 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville, Ontario **Employee Group**: OCT **Posting Date**:September 3, 2024 **Application Deadline**: September 17, 2024 **Job Summary**: Reporting to the Manager, Asset Management and State of Good Repair, this position is responsible for managing facilities capital projects. **Duties & Responsibilities**: - Manages facilities capital projects under the direction of the Manager, Asset Management and State of Good Repair. - Prepares technical reports and staff reports. - Ensures the full involvement of client divisions/departments in the implementation of Regional facilities. - Recommends, directs, and supervises consulting engineers, architects and/or contactors in the design, construction, renovation and upgrade of Regional facilities. - Exercises effective cost and schedule control of Capital Projects. - Ensures that the works are constructed in compliance with the contract documents and Halton’s Health and Safety Policies. - Provides full project management, contract administration, coordination and on-site supervision of Regional contracts from architectural design stage to commissioning and start-up. - Engages specialized consulting engineering and architectural firms to confirm that work has been constructed in conformance with the contracts. - Negotiates and resolves claims and disputes from outside providers. - Performs other duties, as assigned. **Skills & Qualifications**: **Essential**: - Diploma as an Architectural Technologist or equivalent. - Minimum of five (5) years of progressive facility construction and project management experience. - Experience with public procurement, contract administration and preparation of construction specifications and procurement documents. - Strong problem solving skills and be able to independently manage several projects at the same time. - Ability to read and interpret drawings. - Strong oral and written communication skills, along with strong facilitation, negotiation and dispute resolution skills. - Effective interpersonal communication skills and be committed to working in a team-based environment with a focus on continuous improvement and quality customer service. - An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. **Preferred**: - Previous experience in the preparation of forecasting budgets and cost estimates. - Other construction-related or project management certification such as PMP and LEED GA. **Working/ Employment Conditions**: **Working Condition**: - Travel will be required between locations within Halton Region; incumbent must supply their own transportation. **Employment Conditions**: - In accordance with requirements in Ontario Regulation 191/11 - Integrated Accessibility Standards and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Region will accommodate the needs of individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition representative of the nature of the accommodation(s) you require. - Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the deadline date specified on the posting. Halton Region serves more than 624,000 residents throughout Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville. We are committed to delivering high quality programs and services that make Halton a great place to live and work. We engage great people who contribute to meaningful work that makes a positive difference in our community. At Halton, you are encouraged to grow and succeed in your career and are recognized for your accomplishments and contributions. As an employee, you will be part of a progressive, service focused and award winning employer with a diverse and inclusive work environment.