University of Victoria
Job title:
Project Manager 1
Company
University of Victoria
Job description
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- Recruitment range: $75,755- $83,525 starting salary determined by the PEA
- Performance range: starting salary to max of $98,528 is available through annual performance increases.
Job SummaryAs stewards of the campus, Facilities Management (FMGT) fosters and enriches an inviting and functional environment that welcomes and supports all who come here. Facilities Management’s customers include Deans, departments, faculty, staff and students. The department’s branches work together as a team to ensure a high standard of customer service delivery, as well as the provision of capital projects, and effective, efficient and safe performance for the operation and maintenance of campus buildings.Reporting to the Associate Director, Project Management Services (PMS), or the Manager, Interior Modification Services, the Project Manager 1 (PM1), with guidance and direction from their supervisor and/or more experienced PMS staff members, leads all phases of project management to successfully deliver project assignments that meet defined objectives and satisfy client expectations. The PM1 is assigned a diverse range of projects at any given time that may vary in complexity and/or risk, but is appropriate for their level of experience and expertise. Projects assigned to this position are usually of lower complexity and/or risk, shorter duration (e.g. up to 6 months), with clear objectives and defined scope. Project values range up to $5M. Projects include renovations, building assessments or feasibility studies; because of the nature of the project assignments, the PM1 usually coordinates a larger volume of projects. When leading projects this position uses project management and industry best practices, and established departmental and university policies, processes, procedures systems and, templates to oversee the day-to-day management of projects.The PM1: prepares Project Briefs/Project Charters/Project Plans; prepares, tenders and participates in the selection of consultants and contractors; manages project construction; administers projects; recommends payment of invoices; tracks and reports on project progress including that of consultants and contractors; and, resolves a variety of client, project and technical issues, consulting with their supervisor in situations such as those involving conflicts with consultants and contractors. The PM1 may guide other project team members providing technical and project related guidance to enable them to fulfill their responsibilities. For projects that are more complex than usual and/or of higher value (up to $5M) this position supports the development of detailed Project Briefs/Project Charters/Project Plans by external consultants, or more experienced PMS staff members. Exemplifying excellent customer service, this position liaises with clients, user groups, stakeholders, consultants, contractors and FMGT staff to maintain positive relationships and facilitate the smooth implementation of projects.This position’s involvement in projects requires flexibility to work weekends or after hours in accordance with project schedules; work requires physical, sight and hearing abilities ensuring safety and conducting site visits where there is exposure to height conditions, noise, untidy and potentially hazardous site conditions during construction and/or including exposure to weather conditions.Job RequirementsDegree in Architecture or Engineering and 3 years of experience, or Architectural Technology diploma and 6 years of experience, delivering projects from initiation to close. Experience must be within the last 5 years.Experience should include a variety of renovation projects of lower complexity and/or risk with values from $50k to $5M. Experience should also include:
- Participation in multidisciplinary project teams.
- Management of budgetary and financial resources in project delivery.
- Stakeholder analysis, communication plans and risk management plans and roles and responsibilities matrix.
An equivalent combination of education, training and experience could also be considered.Preference may be given to applicants with experience gained in a post-secondary or similarly large, complex and unionized environment.Required knowledge includes:
- Project management methodologies and best practices.
- Technical knowledge relevant to renovation projects.
- Legal aspects of construction and contract law, procurement processes and contract management.
- High performance building systems and design, LEED-Gold requirements and processes, and other sustainable and green building practices.
- Industry standard contracts: CCDC-2 and RAIC Document Six.
- Public sector procurement guidelines, standards and policies.
Required skills include:
- Ability to analyze problems and identify positive solutions that resolve a variety of client, project and technical issues.
- Ability to multi-task effectively to lead multiple projects in a flexible manner.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral.
- Ability to influence, negotiate and resolve conflicts with project team members, clients and service providers and contractors.
- Ability to critique consultants’ design, construction documents, specifications and construction contract and tender documents.
- Service excellence approach to project delivery that ensures client’s project objectives are met, positive relationships are maintained, and implementation is smooth.
Assets include:
- Professional Project Management professional (PMP)
- LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP)
- Gold Seal Certification
Territory Acknowledgement: We acknowledge and respect the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the Lək̓ʷəŋən and WSÁNEĆ Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.Equity and Diversity Statement: UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who will work respectfully and constructively with differences and across levels of power. We actively encourage applications from members ofRead our full equity statement here:Accessibility Statement: If you anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process contact:
Expected salary
$75755 – 98528 per year
Location
Sedgewick, AB
Job date
Sat, 02 Nov 2024 23:36:06 GMT
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