Project Manager, Commercial Programs

**Marketing Statement**:
A career at TransLink and our family of companies means working with people with a wide range of skills and perspectives, all teaming up towards a common goal: preserving and enhancing the region's world-envied quality of life. Together, we connect the region and enhance its livability by providing a sustainable transit and transportation network, embraced by our communities and people.

At TransLink we are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace, recognizing the unique value and skills every individual brings.

Looking for a great place to work where your contributions are valued and you can make a difference in a vibrant city? At TransLink, one of BC’s Top Employers, you'll help make Metro Vancouver a better place to live, built on transportation excellence. Put your future in motion

**Responsibilities**:
PRIMARY PURPOSE

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Prepares project business opportunity documents, business cases (justifications and work plans) including development and assessment alternatives analysis, life cycle & financial analysis, development of scope, budget, schedule, implementation strategy and risk mitigation plans for assigned projects.

Develops, implements and controls the processes, procedures, guidelines and standards for commercial programs. Manages project through the implementation stage including; preparation of contracts, RFP’S and tender documents for projects, responding to bidders’ technical questions, making recommendations for award, reviewing submittals for compliance with contract documents, resolving contractual and technical problems and co-coordinating with jurisdictional authorities for assigned projects.

Manages project scope, schedule, reporting, budget and risk. Prepares scope of work definition, technical requirements, project specific requirements and project schedule constraints and monitors work through the warranty period. Negotiates agreements with adjacent land owners, consultant teams and contractors. Monitors and maintains project data and other project related documents; including invoice approval within defined authority levels. Coordinates administrative activities on project funding; project evaluations; assists in identifying success measurement standards for the project and/or phase.

Enforces contract terms with third parties; acts as single point of contact for assigned project / contractual matters. Coordinates activities between the project team and contractor/vendor; monitors and tracks contractor/vendor activities for timeliness and contract compliance; monitors the quality of vendor services and highlights issues to Senior Management for adequate closure.

Prepares a variety of project related reports, analyses and project management forms for Senior Management, provides processes, procedures and presentations; researches project related information and summarizes statistical and other findings obtained from surveys and studies.

Oversees Project Management Specialists and external consultants as assigned that provide project management support to Commercial Managers in the commercial programs team.

**Qualifications**:

- EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
The competencies of the role are acquired by completion of an undergraduate degree in Commerce, Business or a specialized discipline (Architecture/ Urban Planning / Engineering or Construction management) along with a Project Management certification (PMP / PgMP), plus five (5) years of progressive experience in negotiating, managing and implementing projects with third parties.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Advanced knowledge of project management including, administration, reporting, specifications, contracts and project scheduling.

Demonstrated ability to deliver upon all phases of the Project Management Life Cycle (Initiation, Planning, Execution and Closure) with strong business acumen, business relationship design, project analysis and modelling skills.

Strong verbal and written communication skills with excellent conflict resolution, facilitation, negotiation and problem solving skills.

Strong interpersonal skills to be able to work with a wide range of stakeholders, and the organization with many levels & types of individuals with competing priorities and interests.

Strong multi-tasking, time management and analytical skills with proven ability to be customer & results focused, in a fast-paced workplace.

Advanced knowledge and proven skill in the use of MS Project, Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.

**Work Schedule**:
37.5 hours per week.

**Work Designation**:
Hybrid

This position offers the flexibility of working both on-site and remotely within B.C.

**Rate of Pay**:
**Salary**: $113,248- $141,561 per annum (Actual salary offered will be commensurate with education, experience and internal parity).

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