Manager, Major Capital and Strategic Projects

Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is more than just a place to learn; it's a university powered by the people who live and work here—students, staff, and faculty alike. As one of BC’s Top Employers, we strive to implement initiatives that will attract, support, engage, and retain KPU’s people and create an environment where all employees see themselves as contributing to student learning. Join us today and transform your future

**Competition ID**:

- 4115**Internal Closing Date**:

- Open Until Filled**External Closing Date**:

- Open Until Filled**# of Openings**:

- 1- **Salary Information**:

- Casual Employee - Hourly Rate**Employment Type**:

- Temporary Full Time**Workplace Type**:

- Hybrid**Travel Frequency**:

- Occasional travel between campuses is required.**Employee Group**:

- Casual Employee**Days of Work (BCGEU)**:
**Hours of Work (BCGEU)**:
**Hours per Week (BCGEU)**:
**ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE**

This role reports to Director of Planning, Development, and Sustainability

**SUMMARY**

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Oversee current major projects including student housing, dining facilities, and childcare building.
- Coordinate and oversight over capital planning, construction, and start-up of major projects, building and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Manage consultant teams, budgets, and contracts;
- Participate in the development of project tenders and review bids.
- Provide development expertise to support campus growth and establish project standards.
- Support development negotiations to achieve campus growth objectives.
- Represent the Campus and Community Planning Department in strategic university initiatives.
- Maintain high standards of service and performance through ongoing education and training.
- Promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive work environment.

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Planning, Engineering, or Architecture);
- A minimum of five years of related experience, including at least two years of managerial/leadership experience;
- Professional certification such as PMP, FMA, CFM, PEng, MCIP, MAIBC, or AScTT;
- Project management experience is essential, with experience in a Post-Secondary environment considered an asset;
- Understanding of provincial and municipal policies impacting campus development.
- Thorough knowledge of project scheduling, building technologies, and construction methods.
- Extensive knowledge of building systems and green building rating systems (e.g., LEED, Passive House).
- Ability to read and understand drawings, recognize errors, and maintain detailed schedules.
- Proficiency in Office 365, CAD/CAFM, and Microsoft Project.
- Experience in managing large-scale development projects and leading cross-functional teams.
- Knowledge of construction contract law, public tendering practices, and regulatory compliance.
- Experience working with First Nations communities is valued and considered an asset;
- A combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
- Ability to travel between campuses and occasionally throughout the lower mainland.
- **Salary Information**

Anticipated Hourly Rate: $57.00

**Total Rewards**

As a part of our total rewards offerings, KPU also offers extended health and dental benefits, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top-up, sick leave, long-term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition waiver, inhouse training & development, inter-campus transportation, and more

**_ Note:_**_ Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time._

**Note to Applicants**

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.