Project Manager

**Job Description**:
**POSITION PURPOSE**:
Reporting to the Senior Project Manager, is responsible for coordinating the implementation of capital projects for facilities owned and managed by the Region; supervising a technical team in the design, planning and contract management of capital projects for a variety of building types; providing technical consulting advice, ensuring compliance with legislation, contributing to annual plans and policies and conducting research on industry trends and equipment; acting as liaison between contractors, consultants, other project leaders and the Region to ensure that all aspects of these projects are performed effectively, including financial tracking and control.

**MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Acts as the Region’s lead on managing capital works construction projects and contracts for Regional properties, as assigned.
- Obtains approvals from outside agencies for capital works construction projects and prepares reports required for the Manager; obtains input and requirements from other Regional Branches for the design of the assigned Regional capital projects.
- Prepares detailed estimates of project costs and participates in the preparation of annual budget.
- Participates in the public tendering process for work as it relates to site development; provides technical expertise and ensures compliance with appropriate legislation, Regional policies, approved plans, specification and drawings.
- Monitors and prepares reports on potential over/under expenditures, as well as recommendations for preferred course of action.
- Authorizes progress payments, monitors expenditures and release of holdback funds in accordance with established processes.
- Participates in the development of the annual and multi-year building capital plan by assisting in the analysis of planned capital works projects, inspecting applicable buildings and systems, evaluating cost estimates and conducting research on the latest trends and equipment in the industry.
- Assists the Manager in developing annual business/work plans and in developing service plans and staffing proposals.
- Supervises staff, including recruitment, selection, hiring, scheduling, assigning and monitoring work, determining training and development needs, coaching and mentoring, conducting performance appraisals and determining/recommending disciplinary action up to and including dismissal in accordance with collective agreements, Regional policies and practices.
- Ensures that operating staff work in a safe manner and utilize all required health and safety equipment and protective devices and follow all measures and procedures as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and Regional Policies.
- Responds to customer enquiries directly and/or resolves difficult or highly sensitive complaints either verbally or in writing.
- Leads project teams, maintains/develops liaison between multiple project teams, contractors and consultants to ensure that project time lines meet Regional targets and objectives.
- Performs other duties as required to meet Divisional/Branch and Departmental objectives.

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- Successful completion of a University Degree in Architecture or Engineering Sciences or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must be certified as a Project Management Professional (PMP).
- Minimum five (5) years experience in the design and construction of a variety of building types, including multi-residential housing, involving the development of plans and specifications, contract and project management activities, financial monitoring, leading multiple project teams and two (2) years of demonstrated supervisory or leadership experience.
- Valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s license and reliable vehicle for use on corporate business.
- Knowledge of the theory, principles and practices related to building design, construction, architectural and engineering principles.
- Excellent knowledge of applicable Federal/Provincial Building Codes, the Construction Lien Act, Municipal By-Laws and other relevant Standards, Acts and Regulations.
- Knowledge of and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including customer service, communication, team work, initiative/self management, accountability, and flexibility/adaptability.