Parks Project Manager - Hybrid Work & Citywide Impact

City Of Guelph; Guelph; Hybrid; CAD 83,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A local municipality is seeking a Project Manager for Parks to oversee park and trail capital projects. The successful candidate will manage budgets and ensure project completion while collaborating with various departments and stakeholders. Ideal candidates should have a degree in a relevant field and substantial experience in managing multi-faceted landscape projects. This role also offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits along with flexible work arrangements.

Benefits

Paid vacation days

Hybrid and flexible work arrangements

Defined benefit pension plan

Employee recognition programs

Qualifications

• Considerable experience managing multi-phased projects related to parks or landscape design/construction.
• Excellent knowledge of the Building Code and municipal by-laws.
• Ability to read and interpret detailed drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage various park and trail construction projects from conception to completion.
• Prepare tender documents and coordinate with Purchasing and Finance staff.
• Liaise with City departments and stakeholders to establish project programs.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Budget forecasting

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Landscape Architecture, Engineering Sciences, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

AutoCAD

Job description

A local municipality is seeking a Project Manager for Parks to oversee park and trail capital projects. The successful candidate will manage budgets and ensure project completion while collaborating with various departments and stakeholders. Ideal candidates should have a degree in a relevant field and substantial experience in managing multi-faceted landscape projects. This role also offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits along with flexible work arrangements.