Facilities Project Manager

DRPS- Durham Regional Police Service; Whitby; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

OMERS Pension Plan

Health & Dental Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off

Professional Development

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Durham Regional Police Service is seeking a civilian Project Manager to oversee large capital facility initiatives from initiation through occupancy. You will provide strategic leadership, translate complex technical and financial information into actionable recommendations, and ensure delivery on time and within budget.

The role is full‑time and on‑site, reporting to the Manager of Capital Projects. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, manage procurement and risk, and coordinate with IT,

Qualifications

• University degree in Engineering or Architecture from a CEAB or CACB accredited program, or equivalent.
• Professional Engineer (PEO) or Architect (OAA) certification is required.
• Minimum five years of progressive project management or construction experience, public sector preferred.
• Knowledge of public-sector procurement, contract law, and related legislation.
• Experience with budgets, asset management, and procurement documentation.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects.
• Strong communication, time management, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee medium to large capital facility projects from initiation to occupancy.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams to define needs, develop execution strategies, and deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Represent the owner on project matters and manage scope, schedule, budget, and risk.
• Develop business cases, feasibility studies, and align projects with organizational priorities.
• Manage procurement strategies, including SOWs, tenders, and evaluation.
• Monitor financial performance with budgets, invoices, change orders, contingencies, and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with codes, standards, and DRPS safety requirements.
• Lead design reviews, constructability, commissioning, and transition to occupancy.
• Coordinate with IT, Planning, Legal, Health & Safety, Operations; liaise on committees and public consultations.
• Prepare reports and presentations for Senior Leadership and Police Services Board.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting & finances

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Procurement knowledge

Education

CEAB/CACB accredited degree

Professional Engineer license (PEO) or Architect (OAA)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

We value our employees and provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well‑being and future. Our offerings include:

• Competitive Salary - Your expertise is valued. We offer a strong, competitive salary that reflects your skills and experience.
• OMERS Pension Plan - Secure your future with our employer‑supported pension plan.
• Comprehensive Health & Dental Benefits - Extensive coverage for you and your family.
• Generous Paid Time Off - Vacation, sick leave, and parental leave.
• Professional Development & Growth - Access opportunities for training, professional development, and specialized career pathways to help you excel.
• Dedicated Wellness Programs - Your mental and physical health are essential. Benefit from wellness resources, mental health supports, and programs designed to help you thrive.

Branch and Unit

Facilities Management

Employment Type

This is a full‑time, regular position.

(On‑Site)

Tentative start date: January 2027

Civilian Posting

Reporting to the Manager of Capital Projects, the Project Manager position: Oversees complex large capital facility projects from initiation through design, construction, commissioning, and occupancy. The role provides strategic leadership, technical expertise, and decision‑making authority to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with quality, safety, security, environmental, and legislative requirements. The Project Manager supports executive decision‑making by translating complex technical, financial, and operational information into actionable recommendations.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides full leadership and accountability for medium to large‑scale capital facility projects
• ($10M-$100M), overseeing planning, design, construction, commissioning, and closeout to ensure delivery on time and within budget.
• Leads multidisciplinary teams (project managers, planners, coordinators, and support services) to define business needs, develop execution strategies, and deliver projects.
• Represents the owner on all project matters, making recommendations to senior leadership and exercising signing authority over scope, schedule, budget, and risk.
• Leads business case development, feasibility studies, early scoping, and alignment with organizational priorities.
• Manages competing stakeholder requirements and maintains senior‑level engagement throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provides engineering and technical leadership, including design interpretation, feasibility assessments, construction problem‑solving, and approval of materials, equipment, and construction methodologies.
• Reviews and approves designs, specifications, drawings, and contract documents to ensure compliance with codes, standards, and operational requirements.
• Oversees technical investigations, surveys, permitting, approvals, easements, and pre construction activities.
• Develops consultant and contractor procurement strategies in partnership with Procurement, including SOWs, tender documents, evaluation criteria, and chairing evaluation committees.
• Recommends contract awards, negotiates changes, and manages contract performance throughout delivery.
• Manages financial performance, including budgets, invoices, change orders, contingencies, cash flow forecasts, and financial reporting; identifies cost‑saving and cost‑sharing opportunities.
• Ensures compliance with DRPS policies, legislation, and applicable regulations (e.g., Construction Act).
• Leads design and constructability reviews, ensuring adherence to building codes, standards, best practices, and DRPS operational requirements management, inspections, and schedule control, including work in occupied facilities.
• Directs commissioning, FF&E coordination, training, operational readiness, and transition to occupancy.
• Conducts site visits and inspections; identifies deficiencies; performs final inspections; and issues completion certificates on behalf of DRPS.
• Leads health and safety management, including hazard identification, mitigation strategies, and enforcement of safety, fire, and building codes.
• Establishes and maintains DRPS design standards, safety requirements, commissioning processes, inspection practices, and quality assurance controls.
• Leads risk management across all project phases, escalating significant risks to leadership as required.
• Ensures construction activities in occupied facilities maintain safe access, security, and uninterrupted operations.
• Liaises with internal stakeholders (IT, Planning, Legal, Health & Safety, Operations) and external
• Represents DRPS on joint committees and at public consultation meetings for new facilities.
• Communicates project impacts, decisions, and progress to leadership, staff, consultants, contractors, and community stakeholders.
• Prepares reports and presentations for Senior Leadership and the Police Services Board, including recommendations and status updates.
• inspections, warranties, O&M manuals, and change logs.
• Leads project closeout, including performance evaluations, lessons learned, and final reporting.
• Performs additional duties as required to support departmental priorities.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Completion of a university degree in degree in Engineering or Architecture from a program accredited by the Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board (CEAB) or Canadian Architectural Certification Board (CACB), or equivalent international credential assessed to Canadian standards.
• Licensed as a Professional Engineer with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) or a Registered Architect with the Ontario Association of Architects (OAA).
• Minimum five years of progressive project management or construction experience, including experience in the public or broader public sector.
• Knowledge of public‑sector procurement, contract law, and relevant Federal and Provincial legislation and guidelines.
• Experience with budget preparation, monitoring, and asset management principles.
• Ability to manage multiple projects through strong time management and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience preparing procurement documentation and contracts.
• Advanced computer skills with Microsoft Office: Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to tactfully exchange detailed information and explanation of technical matters in lay‑terms.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal and communication skills with multiple levels and sources for listening and comprehension.
• Well‑developed time management, prioritization, multi‑tasking and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to interact diplomatically, tactfully and confidentially with all levels of the service and other agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a team as well as the ability to work efficiently with self‑direction.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification will be considered an asset.

Hours

Monday to Friday / Day Shift (may occasionally require flexibility in hours or overtime)

Salary Level

This is a Level 11 position $133,349 (2025-2029 Collective Agreement)

Selection

As part of the selection for this position, qualifications and skills listed in the posting will be assessed to measure the suitability of all applicants. Assessments may include, but not be limited to: resume review, skills assessment (s), interview(s), medical assessment, psychological assessment, functional abilities testing and/or background investigation.

Note: If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please advise the Human Resources contact on the posting. Appropriate assistance will be provided pursuant to the Service's Accessibility directive.

Contact

Applications for the above position will be accepted until 1600 hours on the closing date of this posting. Questions may be directed to Ema Williams at [e-mail]

Durham Regional Police is an equal opportunity employer.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected will be contacted.